Bonginkosi Madikizela Resigns As DA Leader In Western Cape

BONGINKOSI Madikizela has resigned as the DA Western Cape leader and as MEC for Transport and Public Works.

The announcement was made by Western Cape premier Alan Winde on Wednesday.

Madikizela’s resignation comes days after an investigation by the Daily Maverick found he had lied about having a BCom degree.

“We wish to thank Bonginkosi for his service as party leader since his election to the position of DA leader in the Western Cape in 2018. Bonginkosi served as the leader for more than three years,” said Londt.

“We respect his decision and the honourable route he has taken by stepping down as leader… this shows the clear difference between the DA and the ANC.” 

Madikizela was first elected as DA provincial leader in 2018. He was re-elected in November 2020, despite allegations that he had tried to have his rival for the job, Speaker of the Legislature Masizole Mnqasela,