The Democratic Alliance (DA) appoints Glynnis Breytenbach as its new chief whip in the National Assembly. Multiple outlets report that Breytenbach is taking up the role within the DA’s parliamentary leadership. The Citizen and IOL note that she brings substantial experience in Parliament, with about 12 years in the legislature. Before entering politics, reports say she spent decades as a senior state prosecutor. IOL further reports that Breytenbach is included in the DA’s proposed representation on a Phala Phala impeachment committee. According to this report, the DA has submitted the names of five MPs to the Speaker of Parliament as part of its committee nominations, and Breytenbach’s appointment is linked to that process. News24 also confirms the DA’s appointment of Breytenbach as chief whip but does not add further details about committee involvement. Overall, the reports describe the appointment as part of the DA’s internal parliamentary staffing and related committee representation.