President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to take the Phala Phala panel report on review is placing renewed focus on whether South Africa’s democratic institutions still have the tools to hold a sitting president accountable, a second time around. What are the implications when it comes to Parliament and the Judiciary?

The National Briefing · May 12, 2026 · 5m

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to take the Phala Phala panel report on review is placing renewed focus on whether South Africa’s democratic institutions still have the tools to hold a sitting president accountable, a second time around. What are the implications when it comes to Parliament and the Judiciary?

Guest: Prof Mazwe Majola - Leadership and Governance Expert at the Wits Business School