WATCH: Chief Justice Zondo swears-in first batch of MPs

Source: EWN Traffic
Author: Babalo Ndenze

CAPE TOWN - The first batch of MPs have been sworn in by Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, including those making a return, like Malusi Gigaba.

The MPs are being sworn in in batches of ten from the different parties represented.

But the proceedings started with an empty section of the chamber that was reserved for the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).

The swearing-in ceremony started soon after the national anthem and saw President Cyril Ramaphosa and his deputy, Paul Mashatile being among the first to be sworn in.

But EFF leader Julius Malema was nowhere to be seen when his name was called, out including the whole EFF caucus, who only entered the chamber much later.

Former health minister, Doctor Zweli Mkhize, was also sworn in as he returns as an ordinary member.

Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader Gayton McKenzie is now also officially a member of Parliament after taking an oath joined by other PA members.

Once members have been sworn in, the assembly will then start the process of electing the president and presiding officers.