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Making headlines: RISE Mzansi’s Makashule Gana will lead impeachment committee; ANC Women’s League President steps down amid disciplinary actions; And, DA welcomes Liam Jacobs back following departure to PA

RISE Mzansi’s Makashule Gana will lead impeachment committee

The impeachment committee that will probe allegations involving President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala scandal will be chaired by RISE Mzansi’s Makashule Gana.

Committee members voted on Monday to elect a chairperson to lead them in considering the Section 89 inquiry process regarding the allegations against Ramaphosa, specifically the findings of the Independent Panel Report, which found prima facie evidence of potential violations by the president.

Also nominated with Gana was United Africans Transformation’s Lehlohonolo Mahlatsi.

Gana secured the support of 19 members, while Dr Mahlatsi received 12 votes.

ANC Women’s League President steps down amid disciplinary actions

The National Executive Committee of the African National Congress Women’s League has unanimously decided that its President Sisisi Tolashe, must take a leave of absence.

This decision allows Tolashe to focus on the ongoing disciplinary processes within the ANC.

This development follows her dismissal last month from her post as Minister of Social Development by President Cyril Ramaphosa, after the ANC Integrity Commission found her guilty of misconduct in public office.

During a Special NEC meeting held over the weekend, the ANC Women’s League resolved to remove Tolashe from her active duties. The league’s Secretary-General Nokuthula Nqaba has assumed interim leadership of the organisation while formal disciplinary procedures continue.

In a statement, the Women’s League emphasised that it will take into account the presumption of innocence, which is enshrined in the Constitution.

And, DA welcomes Liam Jacobs back following departure to PA

The DA has officially welcomed former member Liam Jacobs back into its ranks, framing his return as a testament to the party's “ongoing growth and inclusive vision” for South Africa.

Jacobs defected to the PA last year following a high-profile parliamentary clash with PA leader Gayton McKenzie. His return to the DA marks a significant political U-turn.

DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis characterised the DA as a growing, inclusive political home dedicated to governance rather than sensationalism.

He said the DA is not interested in the politics of chaos, personality cults, and empty promises.

Hill-Lewis asserted that Jacobs chose to leave the PA after witnessing firsthand that the party failed to deliver on its commitments to voters.

Addressing the defection and subsequent return, Hill-Lewis praised Jacobs for correcting his course and rejected the notion that political departures should result in permanent hostility.

That’s a roundup of news making headlines today

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