By Nkhensani Chauke
The DA has accused Sedibeng District Municipality mayor Lerato Maloka of nepotism and the history of prioritizing political connections over qualifications.
This comes after the appointments of Maloka’s two daughters and the daughter of the MMC for Finance, Bishop Jones, at the Sedibeng District Municipality’s licensing department.
DA Emfuleni North constituency head, Kingsol Chabalala, said in response to written questions that MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Jacob Mamabolo, confirmed 13 appointments in the licensing department since 2021.
“He also provided a list of all individuals appointed by this department during that time. Mamabolo indicated that the positions were advertised on the Sedibeng Municipality’s website, circulated to all users via GroupWise, and posted on notice boards,” said Chabalala.
“The MEC further states that he does not have information to confirm or deny whether any of the employees are related to any politicians serving as a sitting
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