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In a significant reshuffle aimed at invigorating his administration, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a comprehensive set of appointments to the National Executive. These new leaders, drawn from a diverse array of backgrounds and political affiliations, are expected to steer South Africa towards stability, growth, and improved governance.
Here are the key appointments:
Deputy President
Paul Mashatile steps into the role of Deputy President, bringing with him a wealth of experience in public administration and a reputation for pragmatic leadership.
Agriculture and Land Reform
Minister of Agriculture: John Steenhuisen
Deputy Minister of Agriculture: Rosemary Nokuzola Capa
Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development: Mzwanele Nyhontso
Deputy Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development: Chupu Stanley Mathabatha
Basic Education
Minister of Basic Education: Siviwe Gwarube
Deputy Minister of Basic Education: Reginah Mhaule
Communications and Digital Technologies
Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies: Solly Malatsi
Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies: Mondli Gungubele
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs: Velinkosi Hlabisa
Deputy Ministers of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs: Dickson Masemola and Zolile Burns-Ncamashe
Defence and Military Veterans
Minister of Defence and Military Veterans: Angie Motshekga
Deputy Ministers of Defence and Military Veterans: Bantu Holomisa and Richard Mkhungo
Electricity and Energy
Minister of Electricity and Energy: Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Deputy Minister of Electricity and Energy: Samantha Graham
Science, Technology and Innovation
Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation: Blade Nzimande
Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation: Nomalungelo Gina
Employment and Labour
Minister of Employment and Labour: Nomakhosazana Meth
Deputy Ministers of Employment and Labour: Jomo Sibiya and Phumzile Mgcina
Finance
Minister of Finance: Enoch Godongwana
Deputy Ministers of Finance: David Masondo and Ashor Sarupen
Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment: Dion George
Deputy Ministers of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment: Narend Singh and Bernice Swarts
Health
Minister of Health: Aaron Motsoaledi
Deputy Minister of Health: Joe Phaahla
Higher Education
Minister of Higher Education: Nobuhle Nkabane
Deputy Ministers of Higher Education: Buti Manamela and Mimmy Gondwe
Home Affairs
Minister of Home Affairs: Leon Schreiber
Deputy Minister of Home Affairs: Njabulo Nzuza
Human Settlements
Minister of Human Settlements: Mmamoloko Kubayi
Deputy Minister of Human Settlements: Tandi Mahambehlala
International Relations and Cooperation
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation: Ronald Lamola
Deputy Ministers of International Relations and Cooperation: Alvin Botes and Tandi Moraka
Justice and Constitutional Development
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development: Thembi Nkadimeng
Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development: Andries Nel
Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources: Gwede Mantashe
Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources: Judith Nemadzinga-Tshabalala
Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
Minister of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation: Maropene Ramokgopa
Deputy Minister of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation: Seiso Mohai
Police
Minister of Police: Senzo Mchunu
Deputy Ministers of Police: Polly Boshielo and Cassel Mathale
Presidency
Minister in the Presidency: Khumbudzo Ntshavheni
Deputy Ministers in the Presidency: Nonceba Mhlauli and Kenneth Morolong
Public Service and Administration
Minister of Public Service and Administration: Mzamo Buthelezi
Deputy Minister of Public Service and Administration: Pinky Kekana
Public Works and Infrastructure
Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure: Dean Macpherson
Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure: Sihle Zikalala
Small Business Development
Minister of Small Business Development: Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams
Deputy Minister of Small Business Development: Jane Sithole
Social Development
Minister of Social Development: Sisisi Tolashe
Deputy Minister of Social Development: Ganief Hendricks
Sport, Arts and Culture
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture: Gayton McKenzie
Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture: Peace Mabe
Tourism
Minister of Tourism: Patricia De Lille
Deputy Minister of Tourism: Maggie Sotyu
Trade, Industry and Competition
Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition: Parks Tau
Deputy Ministers of Trade, Industry and Competition: Zuko Godlimpi and Andrew Whitfield
Transport
Minister of Transport: Barbara Creecy
Deputy Minister of Transport: Mkhuleko Hlengwa
Water and Sanitation
Minister of Water and Sanitation: Pemmy Majodina
Deputy Ministers of Water and Sanitation: David Mahlobo and Isaac Seitlholo
Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities
Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities: Sindisiwe Chikunga
Deputy Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities: Mmapaseka Steve Letsike
Correctional Services
Minister of Correctional Services: Pieter Groenewald
Deputy Minister of Correctional Services: Lindiwe Ntshalintshali
Looking Forward
President Ramaphosa's new National Executive signals a commitment to addressing the nation's pressing issues with a fresh perspective. By including cabinet members from different parties within the Government of National Unity, this diverse blend of seasoned politicians and dynamic newcomers is expected to bring a balanced approach to governance, driving South Africa towards a more prosperous and inclusive future.
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