If the opposition party isn’t behaving like it’s ready to govern, what happens after it topples the ANC?
The DA this week announced a mini reshuffle of what is colloquially referred to as its “shadow cabinet”. If we strip the announcement to its basics, the key thing is that Natasha Mazzone has not impressed as the party’s chief whip, as reported by the Sunday Times early this year.
Instead of just firing her, party leader ol’ John Steenhuisen has done what ANC leaders do: reshuffle a cabinet. Create a veneer of change. ..You’ve always trusted us to help you navigate the world. Support the Sunday Times by becoming a premium member for only R80 and keep the conversation going. You can cancel anytime.
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