Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Ramaphosa halts impeachment over Farmgate scandal
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has won a court order that stops the process to remove him from office.
This is related to a scandal called Farmgate, where money was stolen from his ranch.
Ramaphosa says the money was from selling buffaloes, but people are questioning why he had so much cash.
He still has the support of his political party, the ANC, which can help him stay in power.
The court's decision is temporary, and another court case is still ongoing.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa secured a court order halting the impeachment process over the Farmgate scandal.
The Western Cape High Court granted an interim interdict to prevent the parliamentary impeachment process.
Ramaphosa denies wrongdoing, claiming the stolen $580,000 was from the sale of buffaloes.
Ramaphosa enjoys the backing of the African National Congress (ANC), which can prevent his removal.
The outcome of a separate court case challenging an independent panel’s findings is still pending.
- Who
- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa
- What
- Court order halting impeachment process over Farmgate scandal
- When
- July 24
- Where
- South Africa
- Why
- To prevent the impeachment process from moving forward while awaiting the outcome of a separate court case
Ramaphosa's Defense
Impeachment Supporters
Nature of the Money
Ramaphosa's Defense
Ramaphosa claims the money was from the sale of buffaloes.
Impeachment Supporters
Critics question why such a large amount was kept in furniture.
Political Support
Ramaphosa's Defense
Ramaphosa has the backing of the ANC, which can prevent his removal.
Impeachment Supporters
Some coalition partners may not support Ramaphosa, potentially complicating his position.
- President
- Cyril Ramaphosa
- Scandal Name
- Farmgate
- Amount Stolen
- $580,000
- Court Order
- Interim interdict
- Party Support
- African National Congress (ANC)