# Former president Thabo Mbeki’s foundation and others have withdrawn from the national dialogue preparatory team. They’ve called for a postponement after 15 October, citing rushed planning, lack of funding transparency, and a shift from a citizen-led approach to government control. The dialogue is expected to take place next Friday. Despite meeting president Cyril Ramaphosa, the groups say the current format lacks inclusivity. The move has raised questions about the dialogue’s readiness and governance.
Mbeki and others withdraw from national dialogue preparatory team