Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act No. 108 of 1996)Chapter 6 : ProvincesProvincial Executives128. Election of Premiers |
| (1) | At its first sitting after its election, and whenever necessary to fill a vacancy, a provincial legislature must elect a woman or a man from among its members to be the Premier of the province. |
| (2) | A judge designated by the Chief Justice must preside over the election of the Premier. The procedure set out in Part A of Schedule 3 applies to the election of the Premier. |
| (3) | An election to fill a vacancy in the office of Premier must be held at a time and on a date determined by the Chief Justice, but not later than 30 days after the vacancy occurs. |