Ramaphosa writes to Chief Justice seeking permission to challenge Phala Phala report

President Cyril Ramaphosa has sought permission from the Chief Justice to launch a judicial review of the Independent Panel report on the Phala Phala scandal. The report found prima facie evidence that Ramaphosa may have committed serious misconduct related to the theft of foreign currency from his farm. His legal team is challenging the report, claiming it is flawed and did not fairly assess the evidence, which could weaken or halt the impeachment process. Opposition parties have criticized this move, accusing the president of delaying accountability.