Refilwe Mtsweni Tsipane was nominated by African National Congress (ANC) MP from the Northern Cape Kenneth Mmoiemang
Tsipane who was elected unopposed during the NCOP’s first sitting on Saturday takes over from Amos Masondo. ANC's Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane is elected as the new NCOP chairperson. "I, therefore, declare Mrs Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane duly elected as the new NCOP chairperson."“The NCOP is constitutionally mandated to ensure that provincial interests are taken into account in the national sphere of government.
Tsipane said the NCOP must foster and maintain a dynamic relationship with provinces, particulary the provincial legislatures as well as the communities that it serves. “It is my sincere hope that permanent delegates will serve as active agents for the ongoing promotion of a dynamic interaction with their provinces. The significance of this ongoing interaction cannot be over emphasised as this facilitates a useful link between both provincial and national spheres of government.”“”Our is simple, it’s to serve our people, inspire them and ensure that their lives are changed for the better.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi congratulates the newly elected NCOP chairperson, – "It is much better when we work together than when we are divided… Madam Chair, congratulations, enjoy our support in every inch of Gauteng."Mmoiemang expressed his “profound appreciation” for the confidence bestowed upon him.
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