1 min readBy Rebecca Davis
AGE OF ACCOUNTABILITY: Another blow to Tolashe’s legacy as sacked spokesperson wins R1.5m and job back
By Rebecca DavisSouth Africa
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The Department of Social Development has been ordered to reinstate former communications chief Lumka Oliphant, dismissed during Sisisi Tolashe’s tenure as minister, and pay her more than R1.53m in backpay.
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- 30 words · 1 min read
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- October 20, 2026
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- Rebecca Davis
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- Daily Maverick