Zuma's right, whether we like it or not.
I've known some 'people of colour' well enough to have on-the-level conversations with them about sensitive-political-subjects. There's always a common sentiment. Whether they, as individuals, support the ANC or not, they always state that their friends, family and community members will vote ANC regardless of the ANC's actions.
Southern African governments aren't famed for stepping down when they lose elections, so the above fact may or may not be important.
(Look on the bright side, the Kalashnikov-fetching industry is still in its infancy and is already showing outstanding potential!)