Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has officially removed Albert Fritz from his cabinet. This follows weeks of an independent investigation following allegations of sexual misconduct against the provincial Minister Fritz.
In a lengthy statement, the Premier has decided that Fritz, the provincial Minister of Community Safety is not a fit and proper person to hold any position in his executive council.
The independent investigation found that there is sufficient credibility in the allegations of sexual misconduct, there is sufficient credibility in the allegations of alcohol abuse; and there is sufficient evidence of Fritz creating an environment that is conducive to sexual harassment, or alternatively, taking advantage of young women sexually.
A total of 18 witnesses were interviewed with allegations of sexual misconduct, alcohol abuse, and grooming, which relates to the creation of circumstances that enabled sexual misconduct levelled against him.
Fritz earlier said he will speak out about his suspension and the sexual misconduct allegations against him. But he will only do so, once Premier Winde has made a decision following a probe into the claims. Fritz was suspended last month and stepped down as the DA’s provincial leader a day later.
Fritz to address the allegations levelled against him:
