By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
Dr Thanti Mthanti has resigned as treasurer-general for the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, a month after he was appointed to the position.
Mthanti resigned with immediate effect.
“I firmly believe the MK Party requires a full-time treasurer-general to lead it effectively through this pivotal phase of its growth, “Mthanti’s letter to the party reads.
Mthanti expressed gratitude to Zuma for the “trust and opportunities” extended to him during his tenure.
“My appreciation also extends to the staff of the treasurer-general’s office, the commanders of the High Command, and colleagues across provinces and legislatures. I take pride in the collective achievements we have made and the values of transparency, dedication, and hard work that we have upheld. It has truly been an honour to work alongside such committed and passionate individuals striving for the betterment of our people and the Republic,” he said.
Mthanti, an academic and senior Lecturer at the University of Cape Town, was appointed to the position in December last year, replacing Menzi Magubane.
He will also be stepping down as a Convenor of High Command deployees in the Western Cape, and chair of the Communications sub-committee, but will remain an ordinary member of the National High Command, and has offered his assistance to the party, to facilitate a smooth transition process.
In a statement, the MK Party said party president Jacob Zuma had “magnanimously” accepted the resignation, describing Mthanti as an astute leader serving in different roles.
Zuma extended his appreciation to Mthanti for his contributions, saying his offer to assist in ensuring a seamless transition “speaks volumes” about his dedication to the continued success of the party.
The party said Mthanti would remain a valued member of the National High Command as Zuma continued to assign him various advisory tasks, including helping to set up financial control systems.
Mthanti holds a PHD (Finance) from Wits University and is also one of a handful of Professional Risk Manager (PRM™) charter holders in South Africa.