A NEW member of the provincial legislature (MPL) Johanna Mmule Maluleke, was sworn in yesterday (Thursday).

Maluleke fills in the vacancy left by ANC MPL Nono Maloyi who was recently deployed to the Nationals Assembly in Cape Town.

North West provincial legislature deputy speaker, Jane Manganye welcomed Maluleke when she took her oath of office in Mahikeng.

“We have sworn in Mmule Maluleke as a new member. The vacant seat of the African National Congress (ANC) came available after Maloyi served in his resignation letter this month.

“Schedule Act 73 of 1988 schedule 1a Section 23(1)(b) states that “in the event of a vacancy in the legislature to which this schedule applies, the party which the vacating member represented must fill the vacancy by nominating a person,” she said.

Manganye added that Maluleke took an oath and affirmed faithfulness to the republic and obedience to the constitution before she could begin with her duties in the legislature.

“Maluleke served as the ANC for more than 10 years. She showed selflessness and devoted. Maluleke ultimately served as the ANC Whip in the Water and Sanitation Select Committee at the National Assembly. She is also a former member of the Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration at the National Assembly,” Manganye said.

Maluleke said: “I want to thank the organisation for having full confidence in me. I promise to play a fruitful role towards development in this province. I am happy to be back in the province and looking forward to assist in bringing best services to the people of the North West.”

-TDN

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