South Africans have recently been celebrating on social media following the announcement of: Pravin Gordhan He will retire from politics soon.
SA celebrates Pravin Gordhan's retirement
The Ministry of Public Enterprises said in a joint statement that Pravin Gordhan intends to turn his back on politics.
“The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) can confirm that Minister Pravin Gordhan has announced his intention to retire from active politics at the end of the current government's term after the elections,” it said in a statement.
Gordhan is said to have decided to speak openly about his plans to retire from politics in order to ensure a smooth transition for the ministry.
“Minister Gordhan would like to thank the Acting Director-General and staff of the DPE. Boards of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), management, employees and all other stakeholders for their cooperation and contribution to the reform and rehabilitation of SOEs. Thank you,” the statement reads.
Mr Gordhan's retirement plans have sent South Africans into a frenzy on social media.
See how South Africans react below…
“Good riddance. He knows the ship is sinking and he's going to go down with it,” @zenlife_chauke wrote.
“Why can't he resign like he is now? Not that he's doing anything constructive 🤷🏼♂️🤷🏼♂️🤷🏼♂️,” @sean105101 reacted.
“The biggest con man to ever set foot on this land, in a normal republic he would be charged with treason,” @skizoland commented.
“He was never held accountable, but he is probably the most powerful politician in our lifetime,” said @vonakalani.
“He's already done more damage than good to the economy and the poor majority of us. Congratulations to him for building all his wealth for his family at our expense.” @of_unisex replied.
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