This, after the Freedom Front Plus’ Armand Cloete has been sworn in as a Member of the Provincial Legislature (MPL) following the resignation of Devar Smith, who was the Freedom Front Plus’ representative. Cloete, who previously occupied the NCOP position, was sworn in as a new MPL on 4 May by the Speaker of the Free State Legislature, Zanele Sifuba. 

OFM News has reported that Sifuba has since publicly wished Cloete well with his new responsibilities and explained that the administration of an oath or solemn affirmation to a member, is part of the official process when taking public office, as provided for in the Constitution. 

In an interview with OFM News, Smith has meanwhile disclosed that he resigned from the Provincial Legislature due to personal circumstances but confirmed he remains active in the political sphere.

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