DStv Channel 403 Saturday, 23 November 2024

Thoko Didiza elected Speaker of National Assembly

 

PARLIAMENT - Friday's first sitting of the seventh Parliament, in Cape Town, comes after many weeks of uncertainty in the country. 

Chief Justice Raymond earlier swore in members of parliament. 

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He is expected to swear in the Speaker, deputy Speaker and the President. 

Thoko Didiza was elected as speaker of the National Assembly for the 7th administration and thanked the ANC for nominating her.

She has also expressed gratitude to the voters and the Members of Parliament.

eNCA discussed the proceedings with political analyst Mpumelelo Mkhabela.

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