Graphic Illustrations explaining the Western Cape High Court Ramaphosa impeachment ruling

COURT SPLIT:
The Western Cape High Court delivered a split decision. Two judges granted an interim interdict, putting impeachment hearings on hold. But the minority view opposed this, arguing the review lacks prospects of success. It's a 2-1 ruling that has bought the President some time.

PHALA PHALA TIMELINE:
Let's recap the timeline. The farm burglary happened in February 2020. Four months later, in June, Arthur Fraser laid a criminal complaint. By November 2022, a panel found a case against Ramaphosa. Fast forward to May 2026, the Constitutional Court revived the process, leading us to where we are today.

WHY JUDGES DIFFERED:
So why did the judges disagree? The majority argued that the harm to the President would be irreparable, and that the review deserves a full hearing. The minority, however, believes the independent panel's report remains valid and Parliament should simply proceed with the impeachment process.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
What happens now? The hearings remain paused. A full review is set to be heard in September. An appeal could follow from either side, depending on the outcome.
For now, Parliament awaits the court's final ruling.

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