Nkululeko Dunga has officially been sworn in as Gauteng’s Member of the Executive Council (MEC) for Finance following a cabinet reshuffle by Panyaza Lesufi.

Dunga, who is the Gauteng chairperson of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), took the oath of office this April 2026. He replaces Lebogang Maile, who has been moved to another portfolio. His appointment marks the first time the EFF joins the Gauteng Executive Council, signalling a major political shift. The swearing-in was overseen by Deputy Judge President Aubrey Ledwaba in Johannesburg. Congratulations are in order commissar Dunga.