Former Joburg mayor Mpho Phalatse resigns as DA councillor
Former Johannesburg mayor Mpho Phalatse has announced her resignation as a DA councillor in the city.
The resignation is effective from 30 September.
In a letter sent to council, Phalatse said she is quitting to focus on "saving lives" in the healthcare sector.
"The changing political and economic climate have necessitated that I embark on a process of introspection and reflection regarding my future as a councillor.
"After months of in-depth reflection and consultation with my family, I have come to the conclusion that as a qualified medical doctor with vast experience in healthcare and beyond, I could make a better, meaningful and invaluable contribution elsewhere, I am inclined to choose to save a life."
Phalatse was ousted in January this year following a motion on confidence against her.
Earlier this year she suffered another blow when she was beaten to the position of DA leader by John Steenhusen.
Phalatse, who is a medical doctor by profession, says she will remain a DA member.
"My resignation should never be misconstrued as a resignation from the Democratic Alliance. Neither should it be considered as the end of my political career. I remain a patriotic South African and my return to public service is guaranteed. Time will tell!"
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