‘I was not pushed, I jumped on my own’: David Makhura

The outgoing premier insists he asked to ‘hand over’ the premiership and was not asked to resign

04 September 2022 - 17:48

Outgoing Gauteng premier David Makhura says he personally asked the ANC provincial leadership to relieve him of his position...

There’s never been a more important time to support independent media.

From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you.

For just R80 you can become a premium member (digital access) and support a publication that has played an important political and social role in South Africa for over a century of Sundays. You can cancel anytime.

Already subscribed? Sign in below.



Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@timeslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.

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

Speech Bubbles

Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.