North West government releases MEC of his duties

Pretoria - North West Public Works and Roads MEC Madoda Sambatha has been released from his duties, the provincial government said on Thursday.

“[North West] Premier Supra Mahumapelo has, after extensive consultation, released MEC Madoda Sambatha of Public Works and Roads,” said the Office of the Premier and North West Provincial Legislature.

Rreasons for Sambatha’s release as the MEC were given to him in writing in a meeting held between him and Premier Mahumapelo on Thursday.

“Premier Mahumapelo [has] thanked the MEC for contributing to the programme to deal with challenges of poverty, inequality and unemployment,” said Premier’s office and the provincial legislature. – SAnews.gov.za