Sifiso Maseko resigns as MK Party Secretary-General
Updated | By Anastasi Mokgobu
The Secretary-General of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party, Sifiso Maseko, has announced his resignation a mere four months into the role.
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He succeeder Arthur Zwane, who was relieved of his duties in July anid allegations of misconduct.
In a letter to MK Party leader Jacob Zuma, Maseko expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the party.
"This is not a decision that came easily, but my employment condition dictates that I return to my employment.
"Furthermore, I wish to unconditionally extend my heartfelt and warm appreciation for the collective leadership under the stewardship of the President and the members of MKP at large.
"I will always be available for any deployment by the MKP leadership but not in the capacity of being an office bearer due to the imminent changes in the legislative framework to be applicable to public servants," said Maseko.
Maseko explained that he’s stepping down to return to his full-time position as chief director of infrastructure at the Gauteng Department of Health.
He was suspended two years ago following a Special Investigating Unit probe into irregularities in the procurement of PPE during the height of COVID-19.
The probe was related to the AngloGold Ashanti Hospital refurbishment project on the West Rand.
The project’s cost ballooned to over R500 million, far exceeding the initial R50 million budget.
Although disciplinary charges were brought against him and others, Maseko’s suspension has since been lifted, pending the outcome of a disciplinary committee investigation.
Another letter from the department to Maseko, and signed by the HOD of Health in Gauteng, Lesiba Malotana, confirmed that he had been reinstated to his duties.
He said his resignation was effective from Monday.
"This is to allow the leadership and the President to communicate effectively with members and to identify a suitable replacement to take over the work of the office I hold.
"I remain a member of the MKP and commit to serving in any capacity deemed necessary by the party, including retaining my role as a member of the National High Command," he added.
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