PREMIER NDLOVU APPOINTS THOMO AS NEW EXCO SPOKESPERSON
23 August 2024
The Mpumalanga Premier, Mr. Mandla Ndlovu has announced the appointment of Mr. Thulasizwe Thomo as the new Spokesperson for the Executive Council (EXCO). Mr. Thomo is the MEC for Public Works, Roads and Transport (PWR&T).
Mr. Thomo assumes the responsibility of the crucial position, previously occupied by Ms. Sasekani Manzini, the MEC for Health. Ms. Manzini is credited for strengthening the working relations between the Provincial Government and the media fraternity, during her tenure as EXCO Spokesperson. The Premier charges that Ms. Manzini has affirmed the role of EXCO, as the highest decision making structure of government, through communication of fundamental decisions focusing on service delivery programmes and interventions.
Premier Ndlovu expressed confidence in Mr. Thomo’s communication expertise in this new role. “Mr. Thomo is an excellent and experienced Communicator. We are convinced that he will advance the government’s commitment to keep our citizens informed about EXCO resolutions geared towards the realization of the key priorities of the 7th administration. These are inclusive economy and job creation, reduce poverty and tackle the high cost of living and build a capable, ethical and developmental state,” the Premier stressed.
Mr. Ndlovu says the provincial government is committed to improve communication between the public service and the citizens in Mpumalanga. He says this is a Constitutional requirement, set out in Section 195(g), of sharing accurate information that is accessible and timeous.
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Issued by the Mpumalanga Provincial Government
Enquiries:
Office of the Premier
Provincial Government’s Spokesperson: George Mthethwa
Tel: (013) 766 2242
Mobile: 083 302 2774
E-mail: gpmthethwa@mpg.gov.za