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Makhado Municipality appoints new Chief Whip amid corruption claims

Masuka pledges to fight corruption and unite

By Kaizer Nengovhela • 6 November 2025
Makhado Municipality appoints new Chief Whip amid corruption claims

Makhado Municipality appoints Cllr Sipho Masuka as Chief Whip after Samson Baloyi's recall. Baloyi alleges widespread corruption, financial mismanagement, and misuse of VBS funds, while Masuka vows to fight corruption and unite for better community services.

Cllr Sipho Masuka was appointed as the new Chief Whip of the Makhado Municipality during the council meeting which was held on 29 October.

Masuka's appointment follows after Samson Baloyi was recalled as Chief Whip by the ANC's provincial executive committee (PEC). The decision to do this was taken during a meeting held at Frans Mohlala House in Polokwane on Monday, 28 July. The reshuffle included officials from other municipalities across the province.

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