Tsenoli is currently acting as the speaker following Mapisa-Nqakula's decision to take special leave last week.

The DA's chief whip, Siviwe Gwarube, called for Mapisa-Nqakula's removal after a search and seizure raid was conducted at her residence in Bruma, Johannesburg, last week.

Mapisa-Nqakula is facing allegations of soliciting bribes during her tenure as the defence minister.

Last week, she approached the high court seeking an interdict against the National Prosecuting Authority's Investigating Directorate from arresting her.

The court has reserved judgment on this matter.

Tsenoli responded to Gwarube's motion, stating, "Please be advised that I have accepted your motion as being substantively in order except for minor technical adjustments which the National Assembly table administration will indicate to you for your consideration."

He further added, "Once you have accepted the changes, the draft resolution will be placed on the order paper under 'further business' as a notice of motion."

Tsenoli also mentioned that he will consult with ANC chief whip Pemmy Majodina as required by the rules to prioritize the motion accordingly.

Gwarube emphasized the urgency of the situation, citing that according to the rules, the motion to remove the speaker or deputy speaker should be considered promptly.

"Considering that parliament remains competent until May, there is no reason a special sitting should not be called next week to consider this crucial motion," Gwarube stated.

She also informed that she has written to all parties represented in parliament, including the ANC, seeking their support for the motion to remove Mapisa-Nqakula from office.

Gwarube expressed her disappointment over Mapisa-Nqakula's refusal to resign amidst the corruption scandal, stating that they had no option but to bring forward the motion.

"As MPs who uphold the values of accountability, this should not be a difficult decision to make because Mapisa-Nqakula is no longer suited to hold this important position of leading the National Assembly.

We are the institution that ought to hold the executive to account; we cannot be found wanting when the speaker is the one facing corruption allegations," Gwarube remarked.

Mapisa-Nqakula is reportedly facing 12 counts of corruption and money laundering, and Gwarube stressed that the seriousness of these allegations, coupled with the recent raid and the possibility of imminent arrest, indicate that she is no longer fit for the role.

Gwarube concluded by urging parliament and all parties represented therein to support the motion and demonstrate to South Africans that the parliament will not tolerate corruption within its ranks.