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GNU: A symbol of hope and unity in action

South Africa is on the brink of a new era of unity and collaboration with the announcement of a diverse cabinet, set to be sworn in on Tuesday.

This Government of National Unity (GNU) brings together representatives from a wide range of parties, including the African National Congress (ANC), Democratic Alliance (DA), and several others.

The cabinet reflects a commitment to inclusivity, with representatives from 12 parties.

The ANC leads the way, with Deputy President Paul Mashatile and 22 Ministers and 33 Deputy Ministers.

The DA also plays a key role, with 6 Ministers and 4 Deputy Ministers.

This collaborative approach marks a significant shift away from traditional party-based governance.

By bringing together Ministers and Deputy Ministers from various party backgrounds, the government is sending a strong message about its commitment to working together to address the nation’s challenges.

To further foster this spirit of cooperation, President Ramaphosa has announced a National Dialogue, bringing together political parties, civil society groups, labour, and business to find solutions to the country’s critical issues. This initiative aims to promote partnership and cooperation, moving the nation forward as a united whole.

 “The aim is to foster a spirit of partnership and cooperation to address the nation’s challenges and move forward together towards brighter future,” said the President.

President Ramaphosa called on all South Africans to participate in the National Dialogue and support GNU as it embarks on its work.

Cabinet;

1. Paul Mashatile (Deputy President) – ANC

2. John Steenhuisen (Minister of Agriculture) – DA

3. Mzwanele Nyhontso (Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development) – ANC

4. Siviwe Gwarube (Minister of Basic Education) – DA

5. Solly Malatsi (Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies) – DA

6. Velinkosi Hlabisa (Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs) – IFP

7. Angie Motshekga (Minister of Defence and Military Veterans) – ANC

8. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa (Minister of Electricity and Energy) – ANC

9. Blade Nzimande (Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation) – SACP

10. Nomakhosazana Meth (Minister of Employment and Labour) – ANC

11. Enoch Godongwana (Minister of Finance) – ANC

12. Dion George (Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment) – DA

13. Aaron Motsoaledi (Minister of Health) – ANC

14. Nobuhle Nkabane (Minister of Higher Education) – ANC

15. Leon Schreiber (Minister of Home Affairs) – DA

16. Mmamoloko Kubayi (Minister of Human Settlements) – ANC

17. Ronald Lamola (Minister of International Relations and Cooperation) – ANC

18. Thembi Nkadimeng (Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development) – ANC

19. Gwede Mantashe (Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources) – ANC

20. Maropene Ramokgopa (Minister of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation) – ANC

21. Senzo Mchunu (Minister of Police) – ANC

22. Khumbudzo Ntshavheni (Minister in the Presidency) – ANC

23. Mzamo Buthelezi (Minister of Public Service and Administration) – ANC

24. Dean Macpherson (Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure) – DA

25. Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams (Minister of Small Business Development) – ANC

26. Sisisi Tolashe (Minister of Social Development) – ANC

27. Gayton McKenzie (Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture) – ANC

28. Patricia De Lille (Minister of Tourism) – GOOD

29. Parks Tau (Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition) – ANC

30. Barbara Creecy (Minister of Transport) – ANC

31. Pemmy Majodina (Minister of Water and Sanitation) – ANC

32. Sindisiwe Chikunga (Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities) – ANC

33. Pieter Groenewald (Minister of Correctional Services) – FF+

Deputy Ministers

1. Deputy Minister of Agriculture – Rosemary Nokuzola Capa (ANC)

2. Deputy Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development – Chupu Stanley Mathabatha (ANC)

3. Deputy Minister of Basic Education – Reginah Mhaule (ANC)

4. Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies – Mondli Gungubele (ANC)

5. Deputy Ministers of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs – Dickson Masemola (ANC) and Zolile Burns‐Ncamashe (ANC)

6. Deputy Ministers of Defence and Military Veterans – Bantu Holomisa (UDM) and Richard Mkhungo (ANC)

7. Deputy Minister of Electricity and Energy – Samantha Graham (DA)

8. Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation – Nomalungelo Gina (ANC)

9. Deputy Ministers of Employment and Labour – Jomo Sibiya (ANC) and Phumzile Mgcina (ANC)

10. Deputy Ministers of Finance – David Masondo (ANC) and Ashor Sarupen (DA)

11. Deputy Ministers of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment – Narend Singh (IFP) and Bernice Swarts (ANC)

12. Deputy Minister of Health – Joe Phaahla (ANC)

13. Deputy Ministers of Higher Education – Buti Manamela (ANC) and Mimmy Gondwe (ANC)

14. Deputy Minister of Home Affairs – Njabulo Nzuza (ANC)

15. Deputy Minister of Human Settlements – Tandi Mahambehlala (ANC)

16. Deputy Ministers of International Relations and Cooperation – Alvin Botes (ANC) and Tandi Moraka (ANC)

17. Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development – Andries Nel (DA)

18. Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources – Judith Nemadzinga‐Tshabalala (ANC)

19. Deputy Minister of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation – Seiso Mohai (ANC)

20. Deputy Ministers of Police – Polly Boshielo (ANC) and Cassel Mathale (ANC)

21. Deputy Ministers in the Presidency – Nonceba Mhlauli (ANC) and Kenneth Morolong (ANC)

22. Deputy Minister of Public Service and Administration – Pinky Kekana (ANC)

23. Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure – Sihle Zikalala (ANC)

24. Deputy Minister of Small Business Development – Jane Sithole (ANC)

25. Deputy Minister of Social Development – Ganief Hendricks (ANC)

26. Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture – Peace Mabe (ANC)

27. Deputy Minister of Tourism – Maggie Sotyu (ANC)

28. Deputy Ministers of Trade, Industry and Competition – Zuko Godlimpi (ANC) and Andrew Whitfield (DA)

29. Deputy Minister of Transport – Mkhuleko Hlengwa (IFP)

30. Deputy Ministers of Water and Sanitation – David Mahlobo (ANC) and Isaac Seitlholo (ANC)

31. Deputy Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities – Mmapaseka Steve Letsike (ANC)

32. Deputy Minister of Correctional Services – Lindiwe Ntshalintshali (ANC)

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