# Ramaphosa’s Legal Move Sparks Outcry

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Podcast: [Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/johannesburg-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7622176)
Published: 2026-06-14T15:21:03+00:00
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President Cyril Ramaphosa’s urgent court bid to halt impeachment proceedings over alleged constitutional and corruption violations at his Phala Phala farm has ignited fierce political backlash. Critics accuse him of contradicting his own anti-corruption pledges, with activists questioning his motives amid claims he’s attempting to shield himself from accountability. The move follows a Constitutional Court ruling that invalidated Parliament’s earlier block on the inquiry, forcing the impeachment committee’s formation. Ramaphosa argues the committee should wait until a separate legal challenge to the independent panel’s report is resolved, citing potential irreparable harm to his reputation. Political analysts debate whether this is a strategic delay tactic or a constitutional maneuver, while opposition parties vow to oppose the application, demanding swift judicial action to keep the accountability process moving. The legal and political fallout continues to unfold. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/970ebaab8df92de7

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