Zulu is a member of the ANC National Executive Committee has worked in the international relations sphere for several years. She served as ambassador to Brazil until December, after which she joined the ANC in Luthuli House as a spokeswoman during the election campaign.
Dlodlo is a member of the ANC National Executive Committee and is Secretary General of the uMkhonto we Sizwe Military Veterans Association. She is also a former senior executive in the National Prosecuting Authority.
Makhene is currently deputy chief state law adviser in the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development and will be seconded to the Presidency to perform the legal advisory role.
A statement from Zuma`s office said the group brought “a wealth of experience and expertise to the Presidency and will add much value to the President`s determination to bring about faster change and improved service delivery.”
The statement added Nqakula, Mpahlwa and Zulu will resign from Parliament to take up their positions.
The Star newspaper adds it understands that Zuma will shortly name former National Intelligence Agency director-general Vusi Mavimbela director general in the Presidency. He will also be secretary of the cabinet.