Zuma announces new cabinet - full statement
Late night reshuffle sees several high profile ministers axed for loyal lieutenants
30 MARCH 2017 PRESIDENT ZUMA APPOINTS NEW MINISTERS AND DEPUTY MINISTERS I have decided to make changes to the National Executive in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness. The changes bring some younger MPs and women into the National Executive in order to benefit from their energy, experience and expertise. I have directed the new Ministers and Deputy Ministers to work tirelessly with their colleagues to bring about radical socio-economic transformation and to ensure that the promise of a better life for the poor and the working class becomes a reality. The new members are the following; MINISTERS 1. Minister of Energy, Ms Mmamoloko “Nkhensani” Kubayi 2. Minister of Transport, Mr Joe Maswanganyi 3. Minister of Finance, Mr Malusi Gigaba 4. Minister of Police, Mr Fikile Mbalula 5. Minister of Public Works, Mr Nathi Nhleko, 6. Minister of Sports and Recreation, Mr Thembelani Nxesi 7. Minister of Tourism, Ms Tokozile Xasa 8. Minister of Public Service and Administration, Ms...
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