After all has been said and done, the people of Agang feel betrayed & news reports confirm this. Kealeboga, you make a valid point about the ideological point of departure of these women. However, it doesnt dismiss the fact the liberation movement hasnt taken enough of an aggressive approach to ensure that female intelligentsia (of the Struggle particularly) feel welcomed by the ruling party. It is rather odd that a black woman, who has come from a BCM background found a space in the DA more welcoming. I think the conservative undercurrents of the ruling party create a distinctly different picture from what the ideological standpoint of the ANC intends to present the organization as. Whilst I dont agree with the move Mamphela Ramphele has made, I contend that we need to all take special note of this trend amongst females who, are collectively trying to provide an alternative to the ruling party. The power of their gender and its role in the context of the struggles females’ face, particularly those who serve in our conservative ruling party is something we should not underestimate. I also think the argument about Mamphela Ramphele’s ideology shouldn’t be the focal point regarding her decision because the ANC is rife with Capitalists, including its Youth fraternity. In Insaaf’s opinion was there a space for Mamphela Ramphele in the ruling party – absolutely. Despite her controversial views, the ANC is ridden with members who do not tow the party line or agree with the ideology of the party – yes! Some are even allowed to create documents that contradict the Freedom Charter and the ruling party’s Communist/Socialist ideals. My frustration is why didn’t she (Mamphela Ramphele) fight for a space for someone as qualified as herself like she usually fights for what she wants or believes in? I come from a strong SASCO background & when the notion of the largest youth organization of South Africa being led by a female is proposed as a discussion point at unofficial gatherings it is laughed at and dismissed by current and former leaders of the NEC (all save a handful of women and even fewer men). I would like to believe that there is no correlation between the view and the fact that both SASCO and the ANC are predominantly Black (in the inclusive sense). Although, I am wrecking my brain trying to figure this one out. Is/was Mamphela Ramphele’s decision motivated by the fact that the ANC isnt prepared to put forward and support a qualified female to contest for the position of President? I cant help but wonder ...
Posted on: Wed, 29 Jan 2014 07:39:28 +0000
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