According to DA leader John Steenhuisen, by signing the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill into law, President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to breach both the letter and the spirit of the joint statement of intent underpinning the government of national unity, Cape {town} Etc reports.
This potential conflict could become a significant challenge for the newly formed unity government, which has only been in place for four months.
The Presidency announced on Wednesday that Ramaphosa is scheduled to sign the BELA Bill into law at the Union Buildings on Friday.
Steenhuisen, a prominent member of the unity government, pointed out that the DA had clearly stated its opposition to the bill during negotiations.
Steenhuisen urgently seeks a meeting with Ramaphosa to reiterate the DAs concerns about the bill.
