
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and the Democratic Alliance (DA) have condemned National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza's choice not to contest President Cyril Ramaphosa's legal attempt to halt impeachment proceedings against him. This decision has sparked criticism from both political parties, highlighting divisions in the response to the impeachment process.
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