Fransman believes sexual assault case is a plot to rule him out

Somila Nkosana

04 November 2016

African National Congress Western Cape Chairperson Marius Fransman says the party's disciplinary investigation into allegations of sexual harassment against him is “just a formality” before he is removed as provincial leader.

Fransman has also said that the ANC’s National Disciplinary Committee has treated him unfairly, adding that it's not in line with the party's Constitution. Among other things, he is being denied access to relevant documentation.

Fransman did not attend the hearing he was meant to appear in in Cape Town yesterday, but sent legal representation. Fransman has also responded to an Integrity Committee report that found him guilty of bringing the party into disrepute.