A South African Minister has resigned amid accusations he assaulted a woman in a nightclub earlier this month. Deputy Education Minister Mduduzi Manana appeared in court last week to face the assault charge. He is accused of hitting the woman during an argument at the venue. <br/><br/>A statement from President Jacob Zuma's office said today that he had accepted Mr Manana's resignation and thanked him for his contribution to the work of government. His political party, the African National Congress, welcomed his resignation and also thanked him for his service.