The Kwanele Its Enough NPO is calling for President Cyril Ramaphosa to step down.
The group allegedly accused the President under his leadership there is allegations of corruption, mismanagement, and ineffective governance.
The group alleged the government is failing them and all the things that is happening across the country.
The group took their frustration and voice out their grievances by picketing at Union Buildings in Pretoria on Friday.
Kwanele Its Enough was joined by Women progressive movement and former assistance teachers.
They hand over a memorandum of grievances to the office of the president staff member Vincent Ngcobondame.
They demand the response in 7 days.
Speaking to Kwanele It’s Enough NPO secretary Tholakele Ntuli told Tshwane Talks that the political climate in South Africa has recently intensified with widespread calls for the resignation of President Cyril Ramaphosa.
The “Ramaphosa Must Fall” movement is driven by various grievances including allegations of corruption, mismanagement, and ineffective governance.
This memorandum seeks to outline the core issues driving this movement and propose steps for addressing the concerns raised by the public.
“We are suffering as South African and while other people living large and enjoying our freedom and our President is not doing anything about it and he is quiet while we suffered and looking for his own interest,” said Tholakele Ntuli secretary of Kwanele it’s Enough.
Ntuli pointed out the following key issues:
1. Allegations of Corruption: Under the governance Cyril Ramaphosa we have witnessed a serious concerning surge of corruption and financial misconduct. Even the greater public have lost trust and confidence in your leadership.
2. Economic Mismanagement: Under his leadership, the South African economy has not improved as expected. Issues such as high unemployment rates, slow economic growth, and increasing national debt are cited as evidence of poor economic stewardship.
3. Governance Concerns: There are concerns about the effectiveness of his governance, including his ability to address pressing issues such as crime, service delivery failures, and the general inefficiency of government operations, for example South Africa is faced with extortion attacking growing businesses in the townships and rural towns and we haven’t heard anything from him, and this is happening under his leadership and governance .There are schools that are closed in the Eastern Cape because principals are asked protection fee.
4. Taxi Industry. According to stats SA 2020 household survey, taxi operator’s transport over 15 million commuters every day, however that has taken a turn over the past 4 years as Cyril Ramaphosa has allowed the Ehailing to take over. The Bolt app has caused a lot of Taxi violence amongst our black community as it’s a European company that does not benefit us as South Africans and also exploits our Economy. Taxi owners and drivers are calling for Bolt to be removed as it is not a South African company and they asking to be considered as national citizens.
5. President Ramaphosa failure on handling illegal immigrants who end up taking over our local business & economy, and also graduates having to pay back the NSFAS & being taken to courts to repay.
“We want South African to wake up and joined us and fix the country ourself and fight for our real democracy because the South Africa we know it is not a democracy,” she said.
Ntuli said as the NPO they proposed Actions as follows.
1. Investigation and Accountability: It is crucial to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the allegations against President Ramaphosa. Transparency and accountability must be upheld to restore public confidence.
2. Policy Review: An immediate review of current economic and governance policies should be undertaken to identify areas of improvement and implement effective strategies to address the economic challenges facing South Africa.
3. Public Engagement: Engage with civil society and political stakeholders to ensure that the grievances of the public are heard and addressed in a manner that upholds democratic principles.
“The “Ramaphosa Must Fall” movement reflects significant dissatisfaction with the current state of leadership in South Africa.
Addressing the concerns raised by this movement through investigative and corrective measures is essential for the stability and progress of the nation.
It is imperative that all relevant parties take these concerns seriously and work towards a resolution that promotes good governance and restores public trust,” said Ntuli.
She said as the concern South African and organization we are required the following action to be taken:
– Immediate initiation of an independent investigation into the allegations against President Ramaphosa.
– Establishment of a task force to review and recommend improvements to current policies.
– Schedule meetings with key stakeholders to discuss and address the concerns raised by the public.