Dirks replaces Kwazi Mbanjwa, who was suspended this week.
Former ANC MP Mervyn Dirks has been appointed Chief Whip of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party’s Parliamentary Caucus in the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Legislature.
Dirks’ permanent appointment was confirmed on Sunday and is effective immediately.
Dirks replaces Kwazi Mbanjwa, who was suspended this week.
“Full confidence” in Dirks
“Dirks is a seasoned and experienced politician having served in the Legislature and the National Parliament during its 5th and 6th Terms respectively.
“He has dedicated his years from youth as an activist and has selflessly served uMkhonto weSizwe Party, particularly in the uMgungundlovu District,” said party spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela.
The party said it has full confidence in Dirks and “trusts he will execute his responsibilities with precision and the utmost diligence”.
“We wish Commander Dirks well as he picks up his spear and assumes this important role on behalf of the
uMkhonto weSizwe Party in the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Legislature.”
