Resolve Communications, a lobbying firm chaired by former DA leader Tony Leon, is under intense political scrutiny after allegations surfaced that it leveraged its connections with DA-led governments to secure privileged access for paying clients.

Politicians from across the political spectrum have called for investigations into the firm's dealings, with accusations ranging from improper influence to state capture parallels.The firm has refused to comment further, stating it will not engage with what it calls politically motivated attacks.

Key figures like Cyril Ramaphosa and former DA leaders have implicated the firm, while the DA itself faces internal divisions as the scandal threatens its credibility ahead of local elections.

Despite denying wrongdoing, Resolve's history of working with DA governments—including the controversial 'Day Zero' drought campaign—has raised questions about its role in shaping policy.

Legal and political analysts note the lack of transparency in South Africa's lobbying landscape, with calls for parliamentary investigations to uncover the full extent of the firm's activities.