Johann Rupert is one of South Africa’s wealthiest and most influential business figures, known for his vast fortune and his key role in building a global luxury goods empire. As the chairman of Richemont, the parent company of prestigious brands like Cartier, Montblanc, and Van Cleef & Arpels, Rupert has made a lasting impact on … Read more
Shaun Mkhize, better known as “MaMkhize,” is a South African businesswoman, entrepreneur, and reality TV personality who has captured the hearts of many with her larger-than-life persona, inspiring journey, and unapologetic confidence. Known for her opulent lifestyle, keen business acumen, and undeniable presence, Mkhize has made a name for herself not only in the corporate … Read more
Quick Facts About Jacob Zuma Category Fact Full Name Jacob Gedleyihlekisa Zuma Date of Birth April 12, 1942 Place of Birth Nkandla, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Political Party African National Congress (ANC) Years Active 1959 – Present Position 4th President of South Africa (2009-2018) Education No formal education; received political education through ANC Key Positions Deputy … Read more
Quick Facts About Kgalema Motlanthe Category Fact Full Name Kgalema Petrus Motlanthe Date of Birth July 19, 1949 Place of Birth Thembisa, Gauteng, South Africa Political Party African National Congress (ANC) Years Active 1970 – Present Position 3rd President of South Africa (2008-2009) Education University of the North (now the University of Limpopo), various political … Read more
Quick Facts About Paul Mashatile Category Fact Full Name Paul Shipokosa Mashatile Date of Birth October 21, 1961 Place of Birth Alexandra, Gauteng, South Africa Political Party African National Congress (ANC) Years Active 1980s – Present Position Deputy President of South Africa (2024 – Present) Education Various political training, including from the ANC’s internal education … Read more
Quick Facts Fact Details Full Name Fikile April Mbalula Date of Birth April 8, 1971 Place of Birth Kagiso, Gauteng, South Africa Political Affiliation African National Congress (ANC) Current Position Minister of Transport (since 2021) Previous Positions Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture (2017–2021), ANC Secretary General (2012–2017) Education University of the Witwatersrand (BA in … Read more
Quick Facts Fact Details Full Name Thabo Mvuyelwa Mbeki Date of Birth June 18, 1942 Place of Birth Idutywa, Eastern Cape, South Africa Political Affiliation African National Congress (ANC) Position(s) Former President of South Africa (1999–2008) Spouse Zanele Mbeki Education University of Sussex (Economics, M.A.) Key Focus Areas African Unity, Economic Development, Global Diplomacy, Education … Read more
Quick Facts Fact Details Full Name Panyaza Lesufi Date of Birth May 9, 1972 Place of Birth Tembisa, Gauteng, South Africa Political Affiliation African National Congress (ANC) Current Position Premier of Gauteng Province Previous Positions MEC for Education in Gauteng Education University of Johannesburg (BA, Honors) Key Focus Areas Education, Economic Development, Infrastructure, Social Welfare … Read more
Quick Facts About Gwede Mantashe Fact Detail Full Name Samson Gwede Mantashe Date of Birth 21 June 1955 Place of Birth Lower Cala, Eastern Cape, South Africa Current Position Minister of Mineral Resources (since June 2024) Previous Roles Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy (2019–2024), Minister of Mineral Resources (2018–2019) Party Affiliation African National Congress … Read more
Quick Facts Full Name Dr. Bonginkosi Emmanuel “Blade” Nzimande Date of Birth 14 April 1958 Place of Birth Edendale, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Current Role Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation Previous Roles Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (2019–2024), Minister of Transport (2018–2019), Minister of Higher Education and Training (2009–2017) Political Party African National … Read more