President Ramaphosa to Address the Nation Amid Questions Over His Political Future
Opposition parties are expected to closely scrutinise the President’s remarks, while South Africans await clarity on the next steps following the court judgment.
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation tonight following a landmark judgment by the Constitutional Court in a case brought by Economic Freedom Fighters challenging the National Assembly’s handling of Section 89 proceedings against the President.
The address is scheduled to take place at 8pm from the Union Buildings in Tshwane and will be broadcast live on SABC platforms, while the Presidency will also stream the proceedings on its digital channels.
The Constitutional Court ruling has intensified public debate and political speculation over whether Ramaphosa could face increasing pressure to step down, depending on the implications of the judgment and the response from opposition parties.
The case centers around Section 89 of the Constitution, which deals with the removal of a sitting president under circumstances involving serious misconduct, violation of the Constitution, or inability to perform official duties.
The EFF challenged the National Assembly’s earlier processes linked to accountability measures involving the President.
Political analysts say tonight’s address could prove significant for the future of the governing African National Congress and the country’s political stability.
Questions are now being raised across the political landscape: Will President Ramaphosa resign, or will he fight to remain in office?
Opposition parties are expected to closely scrutinise the President’s remarks, while South Africans await clarity on the next steps following the court judgment.
The Presidency has confirmed the details of the national address as follows:
Date: Monday, 11 May 2026
Time: 20h00
Venue: Union Buildings, Pretoria
More details are expected following the President’s address tonight. Mapepeza will share the details as they happen.
