Edwin Macrae Bath

Edwin Macrae Bath is a South African politician and a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Democratic Alliance (DA). He was elected to the National Assembly of South Africa in the 2024 South African general election, where he was 34th on the national party list. Bath is a "Public Sector Built Environment Specialist" by profession. Quotes Believe it or not, I don’t come from a political background, and I hope this encourages others without one to consider making a difference through Parliament. My experience lies in the built environment, where I spent nearly 11 years working in administrative roles at both provincial and local government levels. During that time, I became fascinated by the relationship between administration and politics and how that dynamic can either drive or hinder efficiency. After 11 years, I decided to pursue a Master’s in Public Governance, which led me to explore politics as a way to have a bigger impact on my career and contribute to South Africa. I realised my values aligned most with the Democratic Alliance and joined my local branch in Ward 77, Cape Town, in January 2023. From there, I became the branch campaign manager and decided to enter the DA’s rigorous candidate selection process. Fortunately, I excelled through the stages and was placed high enough on the National List (34) to be elected into the National Assembly. As a Member of Parliament in South Africa, my role is to serve as a public representative at the national level. I am responsible for shaping legislation, scrutinising government actions, and ensuring accountability through oversight. In Parliament, I contribute to debates, engage in Committees to review policies, and help draft laws that address key national issues. I currently serve as a Spokesperson for the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. External links Category:Living people Category:Politicians from South Africa