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Parliament to vote on new Public Protector’s appointment

CAPE TOWN - Parliament will vote on whether Kholeka Gcaleka will take over as the country's new Public Protector.

A majority of 60 percent is required for Parliament to approve the appointment.

READ: Public protector | Public Interest SA backs Gcaleka endorsement

Gcaleka has been acting in the position since last year.

This follows the ousting of Busisiwe Mkhwebane in a majority impeachment vote by Parliament.

The process to appoint a new Public Protector had to be postponed several times before due to venue challenges.

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