# DA leader John Steenhuisen has rejected media reports that minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment, Dion George, was fired because of external pressure and interests. President Cyril Ramaphosa has removed George with Willie Aucamp as his replacement. The DA’s Alexandra Lilian Amelia Abrahams is the new deputy minister of Trade, Industry and Competition. The DA’s spokesperson, Karabo Khakhau, says the party holds 12 positions within the national executive, and these roles must be occupied by the most capable individuals:
Steenhuisen rejects reports of external pressure in minister George’s removal [SOUND]
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