Among those on the list is impeached Western Cape High Court judge John Hlophe, who is the MK party chief whip.
The MK party has replaced 21 members from its original list.Parliament has confirmed that uMkhonto weSizwe party members will be sworn in as Members of Parliament on Tuesday.
The party, however, shunned Parliament’s first sitting where MPs were sworn in on 14 June. This as the party protested the election results, which it claimed were rigged.“However, the Constitution mandates that before Members of the National Assembly begin to perform their functions in the Assembly, they must swear or affirm faithfulness to the country and obedience to the Constitution,” said Parliament on Saturday.
“In accordance with the provisions of the Act, political parties may supplement or fill any vacancies that may occur on their candidates’ lists prior to the first swearing-in after elections,” said Parliament.“This ensures that all designated seats are filled and that parties are fully represented. Parliament has received an indication from the MK party regarding the supplementation of their candidates’ list with a total of 21 members.
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