CAPE TOWN - For the first time in democratic South Africa, the president and his deputy will appear, and be held directly accountable, before a portfolio committee.
Previously, the president's functions were scrutinised by ministers in other committees.
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The DA, supported by other parties, brought forward the motion for the establishment of an oversight committee on the Presidency.
eNCA's reporter Heidi Giokos filed the story.