ActionSA in the Free State says Premier Maqueen Letsoha–Mathae should be held accountable for appointing Jabu Mbalula as the acting Premier despite reports that he’s insolvent and under debt administration.
The party says the appointment is potentially unlawful because individuals declared insolvent are disqualified from holding public office.
ActionSA has called for Mbalula’s immediate removal.
The party’s provincial chairperson, Patricia Kopane, says the Premier must explain why proper background checks were not conducted in appointing Mbalula.
“The Director General of the province, who’s responsible for overseeing the smooth running of the province must thoroughly do the background check and the vetting….
