Month: August 2024

See previous entry with the reply from S.L. ADRIAANSE Chief Executive SWIMMING SOUTH AFRICA for context on the below

On 23 August 2024, Swimming South Africa (SSA) responded to concerns raised by Mr. Kemp regarding the eligibility of certain nominees for the SSA Executive Committee. In their response, SSA Chief Executive S.L. Adriaanse stated that Becker Kemp Solicitors & Attorneys are not recognized as a capitated member of SSA. This response was seen as an attempt to question Mr. Kemp’s standing in raising these concerns, focusing on procedural aspects rather than addressing the substantive issue of ineligible nominations for the upcoming elections.

This reply did not engage with the primary concerns about the legitimacy of the nominations, suggesting a reluctance to tackle the issues directly. As a result, Mr. Kemp has appealed directly to the Affiliate Presidents to ensure that these critical concerns are addressed at the Quadrennial Annual General Meeting on 25 August 2024.

Letter below

We recently reached out to Swimming South Africa (SSA) with an urgent request to reassess the eligibility of certain nominations for the SSA Executive Committee ahead of the upcoming Quadrennial AGM. Today, we received a response from S.L. Adriaanse, the Chief Executive of Swimming South Africa, addressing our concerns.

Below is an extract from the email correspondence:

“Dear Mr Kemp

We take note of your correspondence as attached.  Kindly note that after verification we can confirm that Becker Kemp Solicitors & Attorneys are not capitated as a member of Swimming South Africa.

Yours Sincerely

S.L. ADRIAANSE
Chief Executive
SWIMMING SOUTH AFRICA”

Extract of mail thread below:

A legal challenge has been issued to Swimming South Africa (SSA) concerning the upcoming Quadrennial Annual General Meeting (QAGM) scheduled for August 25, 2024. The challenge highlights the inclusion of four ineligible nominees on the list for the Executive Committee, citing a breach of SSA’s Constitution, which limits members to three consecutive terms. The letter demands the immediate removal of these nominees to avoid potential legal action and ensure compliance with governance best practices.

Letter to SSA – QGM – 20 Aug 2024

Annexure A – SSA Letter – 11 August 2024