By Jacobs Botha,
President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa has announced changes to the National Executive, appointing new leadership in key government portfolios.
Mr. Willem Abraham Stephanus Aucamp has been appointed Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment, succeeding Dr. Dion George, who has been removed from the position in line with constitutional provisions.
Additionally, Ms. Alexandra Lilian Amelia Abrahams has been appointed Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition.
In a brief statement, President Ramaphosa said: “I wish Mr. Aucamp and Ms. Abrahams well in their portfolios.”
These changes were made in accordance with sections 91(2), 91(3)(b), and 93(1)(a) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
No further details regarding the reasons for the changes were provided.
