Does it really matter whether Jacob Zuma steps down, or is replaced at the ANC's elective conference? Either way Zuma will still be calling the shots because his successor will have his imprimatur. Supported by Zuma's inner circle his successor will slavishly toe the line to ensure uninterrupted looting of state resources.
Barring the unforeseen Zuma's pick will succeed him, and the rot will continue. But, if the ANC has any interest in redemption it should start by grooming the likes of Makhosi Khosa, an intelligent, thoughtful and courageous ANC MP. Even though she has crossed swords with the party elite, her advancement within the party will redound to its benefit.
Zuma is the ANC's Darth Vader. He views himself as the central figure in the ANC's universe. Everything and everyone within the collective is useful only to fulfill his needs. His lackeys, seduced by the spoils of corruption, are happy to support his presidency, even though they know they are cannon fodder when the chips are down.
Zuma will leave behind a calamitous legacy the impact of which will haunt South Africa for many years to come.
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