Dr MAVUSO Msimang’s resignation from the once mighty ANC and subsequent change of mind has courted a lot of commentary. And for good reason.
On the one hand, there were those who welcomed Msimang’s decision to leave the ANC. Others have however been dismissive arguing that Msimang’s decision smacks of a hypocritical publicity stunt. These were arguably proved right. Those welcoming the move argue that it was about time he walked the talk.
Msimang had become a go-to person whenever a commentary lament-ing the sorry state of the ANC and government is sought. He had become the darling of the right-wing and neoliberal outfits. This grouping has understandably welcomed his resignation.
Msimang is no ordinary member of the ANC. He belongs to a selfless group of activists who joined the Struggle against apartheid when doing so was tantamount to signing a
