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- Liam Jacobs is the new Transport MMC for Johannesburg.
- He replaces Kenny Kunene, who recently resigned due to scandal.
- PA leader Gayton McKenzie aims for Jacobs to gain experience for a future mayoral bid.

The Patriotic Alliance (PA) has moved swiftly to fill a key vacancy within the City of Johannesburg’s mayoral committee, announcing Liam Jacobs as the new Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Transport.
The appointment follows the high-profile resignation of Kenny Kunene, who stepped down amidst recent controversy.
PA President Gayton McKenzie, addressing party members live from London, confirmed Jacobs’s new role. Mr Jacobs, a former Democratic Alliance (DA) Member of Parliament, made the switch to the Patriotic Alliance just last month.
McKenzie emphasised that this strategic move is intended to provide Mr Jacobs with vital hands-on experience in local government.
The ultimate goal, he stated, is to bolster Jacobs’s skills in preparation for a prospective run as the PA’s mayoral candidate in Tshwane during the 2026 local government elections.
Speaking during a Facebook Live session on Monday evening, Mr McKenzie openly discussed the challenging decisions facing the party.
He confirmed plans to engage with Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero today, Tuesday, regarding Mr Kunene’s departure.
Mr Kunene’s resignation comes amidst a period of scrutiny, with attention drawn to an incident at the home of Katiso Molefe, details of which have been widely reported.
The PA’s swift action to appoint Mr Jacobs signals their intent to maintain focus on service delivery despite the recent turbulence.
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