Constitution vs comrades? Phala Phala sparks Ramaphosa-Didiza showdown (opens original article in a new tab)

A political and legal standoff is emerging between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Speaker of the National Assembly, Thandi Modise, over parliamentary processes, with ANC insiders expressing concern over Modise's approach.

• President Cyril Ramaphosa and Speaker of the National Assembly, Thandi Modise, are in a political and legal standoff over parliamentary processes.
• ANC insiders suggest that Modise's refusal to suspend parliamentary proceedings until Ramaphosa's legal processes are complete has caused concern within the party.
• The situation is complicated by the ANC's loss of an absolute majority in parliament, making it harder for the party to enforce its will.