By Johnathan Paoli
Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka has formally recused herself from any involvement in a complaint concerning the appointment, remuneration and benefits of Parliament’s Secretary, Xolile George, after acknowledging that she may reasonably be perceived to have a conflict of interest.
Gcaleka’s recusal is contained in a letter to the DA, written in response to correspondence from chief whip George Michalakis, who raised concerns about an alleged romantic relationship between the Public Protector and George.
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“I have recused myself from any involvement in the handling of the complaint or in any decisions arising from it. The Public Protector’s functions under the Act and the Constitution will in respect of this matter be performed by the Deputy Public Protector, Adv D Dube, in accordance with the provisions of section 2A(6) of the Act,” she said.
Gcaleka said that
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