Quote of the week
Such traditions that are culturally embedded in the white, male, Afrikaans culture and history, which are the basis of the Nagligte traditions, do not foster inclusion of other groups that must now form the new majority of the SU student body. Wilgenhoffers do not seem to appreciate the negative impact of their culture and rituals on the personal rights of certain individuals. This is because they elevate belonging to the Wilgenhof group above the rights of the individual.
New Electoral Commission members announced
Constitution Hill, 1 Hospital Street, Braamfontein, 2017
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MEDIA ANNOUNCEMENT
RECOMMENDED CANDIDATES FOR THE IMPENDING VACANCIES IN THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION
The Panel chaired by the Chief Justice and comprising of the Chairperson of the South African Human Rights Commission, the Acting Chairperson of the Commission for Gender Equality and the Public Protector established in terms of section 6(3) of the Electoral Commission Act 51 of 1996, and mandated to recommend candidates to the Committee of the National Assembly for appointment by the President to the Electoral Commission met on 27 September 2011, at the InterContinental Hotel, Johannesburg to interview shortlisted candidates for the impending vacancies in Electoral Commission.
The Panel reconvened on 28 September 2011 and recommended the following candidates to the National Assembly:
- Reverend Frank Chikane
- Reverend Bongani Blessings Finca
- Mr Paul Malcolm Graham
- Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa
- Dr Sebiletso Mokone- Matabane
- Mrs Phumelele Nzimande
- Ms Raenette Taljaard
- Ms Illona Tip
- Advocate Pansy Tlakula
- Mr Terry Ismael Tselane
Issued by Office of the Chief Justice
