Why a scandal involving money in a couch has South Africa’s president facing possible impeachment
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing potential impeachment due to a scandal involving $580,000 in cash found in a couch at his game farm. The controversy, known as the 'Farmgate' scandal, has resurfaced after a court ruling allowed for a full investigation into the allegations of misconduct. Ramaphosa denies any wrongdoing and has challenged the findings of an independent panel that suggested serious misconduct may have occurred.
- ▪Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of misconduct related to a theft of cash from his game farm in 2020.
- ▪The scandal first emerged in 2022 when a former security agency head reported the theft and alleged money laundering.
- ▪An independent panel found initial evidence of serious misconduct, leading to revived impeachment proceedings after a court ruling.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onWhy a scandal involving money in a couch has South Africa’s president facing possible impeachmentThe leader of Africa’s most developed economy is facing impeachment proceedingsByGERALD IMRAY Associated PressMay 26, 2026, 9:57 AM1:23FILE - South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa receives military honors during a welcome ceremony at the Planalto Presidential Palace, prior to a meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Brasilia, Brazil, March 9, 2026.
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