Picture: The newly-elected chairperson of Impeachment Committee, Makashule Gana
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
2 June 2026 – The Impeachment Committee on the Section 89 Enquiry met on Monday to elect its chairperson. The committee nominated two members for the position of the chairperson, Dr Lehlohonolo Mahlatsi and Makashule Gana.
The Parliament spokesperson, Moloto Mothapo said following a vote by committee members, Gana secured the support of 19 members, while Mahlatsi received 12 votes. Mothapo said the election marks the formal start of the committee’s work.
“As chairperson, Gana will lead the committee as it carries out its responsibilities under Section 89 of the Constitution. The committee will now turn its attention to determining its programme of work and the next steps in the enquiry process.
“Details of future meetings and activities will be communicated in due course,” he said.
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