Hartford: Emergence of Zuma’s MK sparks political turmoil in SA

The political landscape in South Africa has been rocked by the sudden emergence of Zuma's MK party, shaking the foundations of the country's 30-year democratic experiment. Against the backdrop of Karl Marx's prophetic words, the ANC faces a massive internal split, with Zuma's faction challenging Ramaphosa's leadership. As the country braces for elections, the binaries of capitalism versus socialism, constitutionalism versus traditionalism, and good versus bad come to the fore. With Zuma's charismatic appeal and narrative of victimhood gaining traction, the ANC's alliance with SACP, Cosatu and Sanco hangs in the balance. The stage is set for a high-stakes political showdown with far-reaching consequences.

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By Dirk Hartford

The political party that is going to make or break SA's national election on May 29 has only visibly been in existence for three months. But already Zuma's MK party is sending shockwaves through the political firmament, upending relations so far established in a 30 year democratic experiment.

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