These are our new national leaders
It’s been just over a month since the latest national and provincial government elections in South Africa. On 30 June 2024 our country reached a significant milestone with the announcement of our new national executive for the Government of National Unity.
This pivotal development marks a step towards inclusivity and collaborative governance, as leaders from diverse political backgrounds come together to address the country’s challenges and drive forward national priorities.
Let’s hold thumbs that the Government of National Unity brings fresh perspectives and a unified approach to tackling issues such as economic growth, social development and national security, and that the electricity grid remains stable and functional!
The new executive is composed of veteran politicians and new leaders. Each member brings a unique set of skills and experiences, promising to foster a government that is both dynamic and responsive to the needs of all South Africans. It will be interesting to see how things play out over the next few months.
Here’s the new national executive:
| Portfolio | Ministers | Deputy Ministers |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | John Steenhuisen (DA) | Rosemary Nokuzola Capa (ANC) |
| Land Reform and Rural Development | Mzwanele Nyhontso (PAC) | Chupu Stanley Mathabatha (ANC) |
| Basic Education | Siviwe Gwarube (DA) | Reginah Mhaule (ANC) |
| Communications and Digital Technologies | Solly Malatsi (DA) | Mondli Gungubele (ANC) |
| Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs | Velinkosi Hlabisa (IFP) | Dickson Masemola (ANC) / Zolile Burns-Ncamashe (ANC) |
| Defence and Military Veterans | Angie Motshekga (ANC) | Bantu Holomisa (UDM) / Richard Mkhungo (ANC) |
| Electricity and Energy | Kgosientsho Ramokgopa (ANC) | Samantha Graham (DA) |
| Science, Technology and Innovation | Blade Nzimande (ANC) | Nomalungelo Gina (ANC) |
| Employment and Labour | Nomakhosazana Meth (ANC) | Jomo Sibiya (ANC) / Phumzile Mgcina (ANC) |
| Finance | Enoch Godongwana (ANC) | David Masondo (ANC) / Ashor Sarupen (DA) |
| Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment | Dion George (DA) | Narend Singh (IFP) / Bernice Swarts (ANC) |
| Health | Aaron Motsoaledi (ANC) | Joe Phaahla (ANC) |
| Higher Education | Nobluhle Nkabane (ANC) | Buti Manamela (ANC) / Mimmy Gondwe (DA) |
| Home Affairs | Leon Schreiber (DA) | Njabulo Nzuza (ANC) |
| Human Settlements | Mmamoloko Kubayi (ANC) | Tandi Mahambehlala (ANC) |
| International Relations and Cooperation | Ronald Lamola (ANC) | Alvin Botes (ANC) / Tandi Moraka (ANC) |
| Justice and Constitutional Development | Thembi Nkadimeng (ANC) | Andries Nel (ANC) |
| Mineral and Petroleum Resources | Gwede Mantashe (ANC) | Judith Tshabalala (ANC) / Seiso Mohai (ANC) |
| Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation | Maropene Ramokgopa (ANC) | Polly Boshielo (ANC) / Cassel Mathale (ANC) |
| Police | Senzo Mchunu (ANC) | Nonceba Mhlauli (ANC) / Kenneth Morolong (ANC) |
| Presidency | Khumbudzo Ntshavheni (ANC) | Pinky Kekana (ANC) |
| Public Service and Administration | Mazwi Blose (ANC) | Philly Mapulane (ANC) |
| Public Works and Infrastructure | Dean Macpherson (DA) | Sihle Zikalala (ANC) |
| Small Business Development | Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams (ANC) | Jane Sithole (DA) |
| Social Development | Sisi Tolashe (ANC) | Ganief Hendricks (Al Jama-ah) |
| Sport, Arts and Culture | Gayton McKenzie (PA) | Peace Mabe (ANC) |
| Tourism | Patricia De Lille (GOOD) | Maggie Sotyu (ANC) |
| Trade, Industry and Competition | Parks Tau (ANC) | Zuko Godlimpi (ANC) |
| Transport | Barbara Creecy (ANC) | Andrew Whitfield (DA) |
| Water and Sanitation | Pemmy Majodina (ANC) | Mkhuleko Hlengwa (IFP) |
| Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities | Maite Nkoana-Mashabane (ANC) | David Mahlobo (ANC) / Isaac Sethiilolo (DA) |
| Correctional Services | Pieter Groenewald (FF Plus) | Lindwe Nthsantshali (ANC) |
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