Randall Williams resigns as Tshwane mayor

PRETORIA - Randall Williams has resigned as mayor of Tshwane.

Williams said he’s resigning to ensure the stability of the multi-party coalition.

"I do not want the political instability that has taken place in Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni to spill over into Tshwane," Williams said in a statement.

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"To keep the multi-party coalition together required continuous communication and engagement to ensure unity in our city to achieve our goals."

DA leaders John Steenhuisen and Solly Msimang thanked Williams for his service.