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COSATU not happy about the return of Zizi Kodwa in Parliament.
(The Post News)- Cosatu is extremely disappointed that its ally, the ANC, has disregarded its step-aside policy by allowing Zizi Kodwa to take office as a member of Parliament, despite his controversial background.
This move goes against the ANC’s own “step aside” resolution, which requires leaders facing corruption charges to step down from their positions.
Kodwa is a former spokesperson for the ANC and a former deputy minister of sport, arts, and culture.
He has been accused of corruption and fraud related to a housing project in the Free State province.
The “step aside” resolution was adopted by the ANC in 2017 to ensure that leaders facing corruption charges step down from their positions until their names are cleared.
This resolution aims to maintain the integrity of the party and promote accountability.
Kodwa has been charged with violating the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act and is facing allegations of accepting a bribe of over a million Rand.
The Trade Union Federation, an ally of the ANC, is unhappy with Kodwa’s return to Parliament, believing it undermines the “step aside” resolution and sets a bad precedent for other leaders facing corruption charges. The union has called on the ANC to reconsider its decision and uphold its resolution.
“The ANC’s decision to allow Zizi Kodwa to return to Parliament despite facing corruption charges raises serious questions about the party’s commitment to accountability and its promised renewal campaign. It’s puzzling that Kodwa resigned as Minister just weeks ago after being charged with corruption, only to be sworn in again as a Member of Parliament.
This move undermines the purpose of his initial resignation and casts doubt on the ANC’s sincerity in tackling corruption within its ranks.” Stated COSATU.
Kodwa’s return to Parliament has sparked debate about the ANC’s commitment to fighting corruption.
COSATU’s unhappiness with the decision may strain relations between the two allies.
The matter has also raised questions about the effectiveness of the “step aside” resolution in holding leaders accountable for corruption.
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