KZN Premier reshuffles cabinet
The Premier's Office says Nomusa Dube-Ncube who's been leading the Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs and Ravi Pillay who's been in charge of the provincial Treasury are swapping roles.
Premier Zikalala has congratulated both MEC’s on their newly assigned responsibilities and wishes them well in their new roles.
He says the two MEC’s are seasoned leaders who boost a wealth of experience in government.
"We expect them to hit the ground running and ensure that we accelerate the pace to deliver on the eight key priorities of the 6th administration and improve the lives of the people of our province."
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Zikalala says the reconfiguration will re-invigorate and introduce effective strategies that will position government to focus on accelerating transformation.
"Their contribution will be more critical as we respond to the current economic crisis exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic," he said.
KZN Judge President Achmat Japie presided over a swearing-in ceremony earlier today.
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