By Johnathan Paoli
The DA has urged Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau to urgently begin the process of appointing a new chairperson for the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) following reports of Barney Pityana’s resignation, two years before the end of his term.
Pityana, who turned 80 earlier this month, tendered his resignation in a letter to Minister Tau, according to GroundUp and News24.
His decision to step down, after just three years in office, comes despite his pivotal role in stabilising the corruption-plagued NLC.
The reasons for his departure remain unclear, although colleagues were reportedly informed earlier this year of his intention to leave.
DA spokesperson Toby Chance said Tau must act swiftly to avoid the prolonged delays of former minister Ebrahim Patel, who took 18 months to replace disgraced former chair Alfred Nevhutanda.
“The appointment process to find his successor will require the portfolio committee on trade,
You’ve reached your free article limit
Subscribe to enjoy unlimited access to trusted journalism. Cancel anytime.
Subscribe nowNeed help? molokom@insidepolitic.co.za
