Public protector CEO resigns citing ill health

Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane picture: MIKE HUTCHINGS
Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane picture: MIKE HUTCHINGS
Chief executive of the Office of the Public Protector Louisa Zondo has cited ill health as the reason for her resignation‚ it was said on Wednesday.

“It is true that advocate Zondo has resigned. She has cited personal reasons for the decision and expressly mentioned the need to manage her health‚” Oupa Segalwe‚ spokesperson for the Office of the Public Protector‚ said.

“She will be serving notice throughout November. We wish her all of the best for the future.”

The news emerged as President Jacob Zuma on Wednesday withdrew his application to interdict former public protector’s Thuli Madonsela’s state capture report.

New Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane recently told Parliament that there is low staff morale in the head office.

subscribe

Would you like to comment on this article?
Register (it's quick and free) or sign in now.

Speech Bubbles

Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.