Democratic Alliance
Ramaphosa removes Dion George as environment minister
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has removed Dr Dion George from his position as Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, replacing him with DA MP Willie Aucamp at the request of party leader John Steenhuisen. The move, cited as due to underperformance, has sparked outrage among conservationists who praise George's progressive reforms. George, currently leading South Africa's delegation at COP30 in Brazil, stated he respects the party's decision.
Dion George, the Democratic Alliance's longstanding federal finance chair, has resigned from the party, Parliament, and his membership in a dramatic public broadcast. He accused leader John Steenhuisen of misusing party funds and claimed records were tampered with to cover it up. The DA questions the timing of the resignation, following George's removal from cabinet last year.
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The Democratic Alliance has filed a fraud case against City of Tshwane's Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise following a forensic report revealing his undeclared interest in a company doing business with the municipality. The African National Congress and ActionSA have criticized the move, arguing it lacks evidence and disrupts an ongoing internal process. The case highlights tensions in Tshwane's coalition government.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has conceded the unlawfulness of the Crime Prevention Wardens program and announced its disbandment. The Democratic Alliance plans to table a motion of no confidence against him for the project's mishandling. Opposition parties and experts view the initiative as a failed and costly experiment.