Molefe debacle shows ANC colours

It appears as if the ANC no longer cares about the integrity of individuals it sends to parliament. It seems being honourable no longer forms part of the criteria. What has become of the former liberation movement?

The swearing in of the disgraced former Eskom boss Brian Molefe, pictured, as an MP shows that the ANC doesn’t take voters seriously and that the governing party totally disregards public opinion.

That said, Molefe has proven himself to be a good manager. His track record speaks for itself. During his time at Eskom, he managed to stop load shedding, which was costing the country a lot. He is also qualified, armed with a Masters degree in business leadership. So he can get a top job anywhere in the world.

But he has disqualified him Sona self by allowing the Gupta family to use him for their own benefit. Apparently, the Guptas had promised him the finance ministry position. Will he replace the embattled Pravin Gordhan? Only time will tell. It seems ambition has clouded his judgment.

Word has it that he will soon become the deputy minister of finance – the Hawks are busy investigating Mcebisi Jonas, the deputy finance minister. If he gets the job, Molefe will make life difficult for Pravin Gordhan, with the aim of pushing him out. This is mafia style.

The ANC, which has good policies to address the country’s challenges, no longer serves the interest of the masses. The party serves the interests of its individual leaders. It also behaves as if it has a natural right to power. Thabile Mange

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