Tshwane Mayor Randall Williams announces resignation

Tshwane Mayor Randall Williams announces resignation

Tshwane Mayor Randall Williams announced his resignation on Monday morning.

Tshwane mayor Randall Williams at council chambers April 2022
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Williams was elected as mayor in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic in October 2020, but has come under increased pressure from the DA’s coalition partners to resign from his post.  


His role came into sharp focus towards the end of last year when the city received poor audit outcomes.


“One of my core goals as Executive Mayor has always been to ensure the stability of the multi-party coalition in Tshwane without which service deliver suffers. I do not want the political instability that has taken place in Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni to spill over into Tshwane. To keep the multi-party coalition together required continuous communication and engagement to ensure unity in our city to achieve our goals,” Williams said in a statement.


He believes that his resignation is in the best interest for continued stability of the coalition in the city.


“Being Executive Mayor of the capital city has not been without its difficulties but I have embraced every challenge that has come my way in the execution of my duties, all of which have allowed my own personal development.


“I resign today not in frustration, resentment or anger but in peace knowing that I have been given an incredible opportunity and I have fulfilled my duties to the best of my abilities."


Meanwhile, the DA’s Solly Msimanga has praised Williams for his work in putting the needs of the residents first.


“The fact that he is prepared to stand down in order to ensure stability in the Metro speaks volumes of his commitment to the residents as well as the political process.”


“The DA looks forward to welcoming Randall Williams into whatever role awaits him within the DA, where his experience and skill set will be a great asset.”


Williams resignation will be effective from midnight on 28 February 2023.


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