Overview
- Willem Aucamp was sworn in at the Union Buildings in Pretoria as Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.
- Speaking after the ceremony, he said he will prioritize creating jobs and aligning conservation with community needs and sustainable growth.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Aucamp under section 91(3)(b) of the Constitution and named Alexandra Abrahams Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition under section 93(1)(a).
- The Presidency confirmed Dion George’s removal on 12 November following reports about his dual citizenship, with some sources claiming performance concerns were central.
- The National Council of SPCAs welcomed Aucamp’s confirmation but noted concern over his reported ties to trophy hunting and captive wildlife organisations.