Ramaphosa Removes Minister Nkabane, Appoints Buti Manamela as Successor

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Buti Manamela as the new Minister of Higher Education and Training, after removing Dr Nobuhle Nkabane from her role. Manamela's appointment comes after Nkabane faced intense scrutiny for her alleged misleading of Parliament regarding the process of appointing the SETA board members. The decision to remove Nkabane has been welcomed by several political parties, who have criticized her for showing an "unrepentant disregard for what it means to serve the people of South Africa."

Key Takeaways:

  • President Cyril Ramaphosa has removed Dr Nobuhle Nkabane from her role as Minister of Higher Education and Training, citing concerns over her alleged misleading of Parliament.
  • Nkabane faced intense scrutiny for her role in the appointment of SETA board members, with reports indicating that the list of appointees was heavily influenced by affiliations with the African National Congress (ANC).
  • Buti Manamela has been appointed as the new Minister of Higher Education and Training, replacing Nkabane in the role.
  • Nkabane's removal has been welcomed by several political parties, who have criticized her for showing a lack of humility and accountability.
  • Manamela's appointment as Minister has been seen as a positive step, with many believing that he will bring much-needed stability and humility to the portfolio.
  • The R142 billion budget of the Department of Higher Education and Training will now be managed by Manamela, who is expected to prioritize education and training initiatives.

Statistics:

  • Nkabane was removed from her role as Minister of Higher Education and Training after facing intense scrutiny for her alleged misleading of Parliament. (Source: [IOL News])
  • The R142 billion budget of the Department of Higher Education and Training will now be managed by Buti Manamela. (Source: [IOL News])
  • Nkabane was expected to brief members of Parliament again on the SETA board selection process, which was eventually reversed. (Source: [IOL News])
  • Many of the appointees to the SETA board were allegedly linked to the ANC, which raised concerns over political interference and nepotism. (Source: [IOL News])

Sources:

  • IOL News
  • Staff Reporter Additional Reporting