MK Party MPs to be sworn in on Tuesday
The 58 uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) party members will on Tuesday be sworn into Parliament, after they boycotted the first sitting of the National Assembly, on June 14.
The party filed a complaint at the country's top court alleging vote-rigging, which the court dismissed as without merit.
Parliament explained that all required travel and accommodation logistics are being arranged in preparation for the swearing-in ceremony.
“This 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,” it said.
The Speaker will administer the oath to Members who were nominated after the first sitting.
Parliament explained that 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. Parliament has received an indication from the MK Party regarding the supplementation of their candidates list with a total of 21 Members,” it added.
Last week the party confirmed that impeached, former judge John Hlophe will become the parliamentary leader of the MK Party.
Hlophe was not on the party’s list of candidates for the May elections, where it won 14.58% of votes.
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