New MPL sworn in - EC Legislature
Mr Pumelele Ndamase was sworn in as a new Member of the Provincial Legislature by the Speaker, Ms Noxolo Kiviet today. The vacancy came after the resignation of former MPL Mluleki Dlelanga last month to serve as the National Secretary of the Young Communist League of South Africa.
Hon. Kiviet advised the new MPL based on her own experiences saying being a public representative takes your life away from you. “You are always under public scrutiny; sometimes the criticism is unfair sometimes it is right. You must work hard and do your best without expecting compliments, this job comes with that sacrifice”, she said.
The Chief Whip, Hon. Mrara encouraged Hon. Ndamase to give his best in serving the people of the Province. He said, “There is an expectation from members of the public to serve them and we are happy as the ANC to welcome you on board”.
Hon. Sokujika, the Chairperson of Committees referred Hon. Ndamase as a tried and tested cadre of the movement. “As an outstanding leader in the ANC and an experienced comrade you know the journey and our will to deliver to the people of the Province”. We are sure that you will do the work of the organisation diligently and we are happy to be joined by someone of your calibre”, adds Sokujika.
The new MPL pledged to perform his functions to the best of his abilities. Hon. Ndamase is no stranger to the institution. He is the former Secretary to the Legislature, serves as the African National Congress (ANC) Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) Member and the Elections Manager in the Province.
The swearing-in ceremony was presided by the Speaker of the Legislature, Ms Noxolo Kiviet in the presence of, the Chief Whip of the ANC, Mr Mrara, the Chairperson of Committees, Mr Mzuyanda Sokujika, the Deputy Chairperson of Committees, Ms Ntombovuyo Nkopane and the Secretary to the Legislature, Mr Vuyani Mapolisa.
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