South Africa’s ANC Expels Corruption-Accused Former Secretary-General Ace Magashule
- Magashule was found guilty of four breaches of ANC party rules and constitution.
- Magashule faces criminal charges for allegedly stealing $13 million from a government contract.
- Magashule refused to step aside from his leadership role while facing charges, violating ANC policy.
- Magashule is a close ally of former President Jacob Zuma, who also faces major corruption charges.
- Magashule's expulsion is part of President Cyril Ramaphosa's anti-corruption campaign within the ANC.