Parliament has confirmed that 58 elected members of the Umkhonto Wesizwe Party will take the oath of office on Tuesday.
This comes after the MK members were not available to be sworn in during the first sitting of the National Assembly on 14 June.
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 Republic and obedience to the Constitution.
According to a statement released by parliamentary spokesperson Moloto Mothapo, the swearing in of original nominees from the MK Party list will be presided over by the Chief Justice, or a judge designated by him, as this is the inaugural swearing in of these members following the national and provincial elections.
He said the Speaker, on the other hand, will administer the oath to members who were nominated after the first sitting.
“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.
“This ensures that all designated seats are filled and that parties are fully represented,” said Mothapo.
Parliament has received an indication from the MK Party regarding the supplementation of their candidates list with a total of 21 members.
All required travel and accommodation logistics are being arranged.
The swearing in ceremony will take place at the Good Hope Chamber in Parliament.
Compiled by Staff Writer
Pictured above: Former judge John Hlophe will be sworn into parliament as the MK party chief whip.
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