National Assembly speaker Thoko Didiza has faced criticism for her choice not to challenge President Cyril Ramaphosa's legal attempt to halt parliamentary impeachment proceedings against him. This decision has drawn backlash from various political parties, who argue that it undermines the accountability process.

The Economic Freedom Fighters has filed an urgent application in the Western Cape High Court seeking to overturn Parliament's decision to rescind the recommendation of Advocate Thandazani Griffiths Madonsela as evidence leader in the Section 89 impeachment inquiry. According to IOL, the party wants the court to set aside the decision to remove Madonsela from the role. The matter relates to the parliamentary process governing the impeachment proceedings.

South African political party Afrika Mayibuye has defended its decision to field Themba "SkeemGP" Nzimande, an ex-convict, as a mayoral candidate. According to SABC Politics, the party is facing fierce public backlash following the announcement of Nzimande's candidacy. The party has stood by its choice despite the criticism from the public over his criminal record.

South Africa's Electoral Court has dismissed a bid by the UDF to extend the deadline for submitting candidate lists, ruling that the Electoral Commission of South Africa does not have the legal power to grant exemptions to individual political parties. According to Sowetan, the decision means parties must comply with the existing deadlines set by the commission ahead of upcoming elections.

Mnikelwa Nxele, the suspended Commissioner of KZN Correctional Services, is set to appear in court facing charges of fraud and money laundering. The legal proceedings will address the allegations against him, which have raised significant concerns within the department.

Julius Malema has criticized Thoko Didiza for her management of the impeachment interdict, describing her as 'highly conflicted.' The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) is calling for a change in oversight responsibilities to be transferred to the Deputy Speaker's office, reflecting the party's dissatisfaction with Didiza's actions, according to IOL.