The DA Federal Executive has written to Helen Zille to temporarily suspend her from party activities until the conclusion of disciplinary proceedings against her. She has been given 72 hours to respond with reasons why she should not be suspended. The Federal Executive will make a final decision on suspension after considering any representations made by Helen Zille within that timeframe.

1. DA Advisory
Date: 03 June 2017
Release: Immediate
Type: Media Advisory
In response to queries, please that note that the DA Federal Executive has written to Helen Zille to
signify its intention to temporarily suspend her from Party activities until the conclusion of the
disciplinary proceedings instituted against her.
We have given Helen Zille the opportunity to indicate to us why she should not be so suspended.
The notice calling for representations on suspension has already been served and requires any
representations to be made within 72 hours.
The final decision of the DA Federal Executive regarding whether to suspend Helen Zille will be made
once any such representations have been made and considered.