UCT crisis: Council meeting stalled as deputy chair refuses to recuse herself | News24

Council members are set to reconsider the option of an independent investigation to probe serious allegations against vWhile both Ngonyama and Phakeng have recused themselves from talks, the deputy chairperson of the council has refused to do the same.

The discussion about the independent probe, to be led by a retired judge, was set to take place late on Saturday afternoon. The council meeting kicked off at midday and by late afternoon members were still locked in ongoing talks. At one stage Gwangwa unilaterally tried to shut down the meeting - but the registrar informed her that it would be illegal.

Ludicrous

This is just getting petty. It's becoming clear by the day that the so called concerned Council members will only be satisfied if their coup is realized. Prof Phakeng excused herself from the session yet they still cry foul. Oodoti!

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