The DA’s Cilliers Brink has been removed as mayor of Tshwane in South Africa

The DA’s Cilliers Brink has been removed as mayor of Tshwane in South Africa. This was done through a motion of no confidence, ending his 18-month tenure. The vote saw 120 in favour, 87 against, and one abstention. Brink’s removal was initiated by the ANC and supported by the EFF, and ActionSA. A new mayor will be elected in the next seven to 14 days. Addressing the council, the EFF’s Obakeng Ramabodu criticised Brink’s leadership, citing mismanagement and neglect of marginalised communities: