Dr Nobuhle Nkabane, who just days ago held the influential post of Minister of Higher Education, is out. Fired. And not gently.
President Cyril Ramaphosa officially dismissed Dr Nkabane following serious allegations of irregular board appointments within the SETA (Sector Education and Training Authority) and, perhaps even more damning, misleading Parliament. In a swift and decisive move, her deputy, Buti Manamela, has now stepped in to take over her role.
But how did it all unravel?
According to MDN News and close insider reports, Nkabane’s troubles began months ago when whispers of "questionable" board reshuffles within key SETA structures started surfacing. While political offices are no stranger to murmurs and tensions, it seems the whispers this time were too loud — and too real — to ignore.
Sources reveal that several of the appointments made under her tenure did not meet the standard criteria of transparency and vetting expected in such a critical educational body. What's worse, Parliament was allegedly misled during inquiries into these matters, further eroding trust in the integrity of her leadership.
Now, South Africans are reacting in real-time. On social media, students, educators, and political commentators are questioning the implications of this shakeup. Can Buti Manamela steady the ship mid-sail? What does this say about the state of governance within our education system? And more importantly — was this just the tip of the iceberg?
What’s clear is that the ANC is in no mood for tolerance where integrity is questioned. In an election-sensitive climate, this move is more than a reshuffle. It’s a message.
Still, many are wondering why it took so long to act — and whether others will follow in her footsteps out of the cabinet door. For now, all eyes are on Manamela. The country’s young people, already struggling with high university costs, overloaded systems, and scarce opportunities, need leadership that restores faith — and delivers results.
So what are your thoughts? Was this a politically calculated move or a long-overdue decision? Let’s talk about it.
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