What is Parliament?
The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is South Africa’s legislature; under the present Constitution of South Africa, the bicameral Parliament comprises a National Assembly and a National Council of Provinces.
The current twenty-seventh Parliament was first convened on 22 May 2019.
Parliament Of South Africa Contact Details
Contact Details
| Postal | PO Box 15, Cape Town, 8000 |
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| Physical | Parliament Street, Cape Town |
| Tel | 021 403 2911 |
| Web | www.parliament.gov.za |
Where in South Africa is Parliament located?
The National Assembly is the directly elected house of the Parliament of South Africa, located in Cape Town, Western Cape.
Who are the members of the South African Parliament?
- Mkhuleko Hlengwa IFP.
- Khawula Mntomuhle IFP.
- Albert Mncwango IFP.
- Christian Msimang IFP.
- Sibongile Judith Nkomo IFP.
- Narend Singh IFP.
- Khethamabala Sithole IFP.
- Liezl van der Merwe IFP.
Is the president of South Africa a member of Parliament?
The President is elected by the National Assembly, the lower house of Parliament, from among its members. The chief justice must oversee the election. Once elected, a person is no longer a member of the National Assembly.
What is the name of the South African Parliament?
The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is South Africa’s legislature; under the present Constitution of South Africa, the bicameral Parliament comprises a National Assembly and a National Council of Provinces.