Impeachment committee to oppose EFF litigation over evidence leader
The 19-9 vote pauses selection of a new evidence leader as MPs prepare to defend the withdrawal of Thandazani Madonsela’s nomination in court.
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Impeachment committee to oppose EFF litigation over evidence leader
The impeachment committee on the Section 89 Enquiry continues to take decisions by vote rather than consensus, amid bloc politicking and numerical dominance as litigation shapes parliamentary decision-making. But Wednesday’s proceedings showed that when the political interests of the GNU partners and the opposition progressive caucus converge, consensus can emerge.
Phala Phala: Court Bid says Ramaphosa had no right to block Madonsela
Parliament’s recommendation of Adv Thandazani Madonsela SC as evidence leader in the Phala Phala impeachment inquiry is being challenged in court. This as the committee is expected to start the process of recommending a new evidence leader on Wednesday.
The impeachment committee has meanwhile agreed to appeal against, among others, the EFF's application.
Impeachment Committee awaits Western Cape High Court- votes to pause Madonsela replacement
Buhle Mbhele Parliament’s Section 89 Impeachment Committee has voted to oppose two applications before the Western Cape High Court challenging its decision to revoke the nomination of Advocate Griffiths Madonsela...
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Section 89 Impeachment Committee decided to put process of appointing a new evidence leader on hold.
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