MKP supports Zuma amid accusations of betraval from ANC and EFF

THE uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) has responded to accusations from the ANC and the EFF that their leader, Jacob Zuma, is a "sellout" following his recent visit to Morocco.

- MASHUDU SADIKE [e-mail]

The controversy stems from Zuma's expression of support for Morocco's control over Western Sahara during his visit on July 16, where the South African flag was displayed alongside the Moroccan flag. The ANC recently condemned the use of the South African flag in Zuma's meeting with Moroccan officials, stating it was a "reckless and provocative act" that constitutes a "flagrant violation of international diplomatic norms".

The party demanded that Morocco apologise for the incident and called on the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) to issue a formal diplomatic protest.

During the ANC's National Working Committee meeting in Cape Town on Sunday, Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula accused Zuma of stealing ANC assets to form the MK Party.

Mbalula said Zuma would be remembered for further dividing the ANC, labelling him a "sellout" for his visit to Morocco.

"Zuma is no messiah. He is a sellout.

For whatever reason, he is doing this; it is no surprise to us," Mbalula added.