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Angie Motshekga

Angie Motshekga is a South African politician who has held senior ministerial positions in the national government. She is best known for her long tenure as Minister of Basic Education, a role she held from 2009 to 2024, making her one of the longest-serving ministers in post-apartheid South Africa. A South African national, Motshekga is a member of the African National Congress (ANC) and has been a prominent figure in education policy and reform. In 2024, following the formation of the Government of National Unity, she was appointed Minister of Defence, taking responsibility for the country's military and defence policy. Her move to the defence portfolio marked a significant shift from her previous focus on education and skills development. Throughout her career, Motshekga has been involved in debates around curriculum reform, infrastructure development in schools, and the improvement of educational outcomes. She recurs in coverage related to education policy, government appointments, and more recently, defence and security matters. Before entering national politics, Motshekga served in the Gauteng provincial government and was active in ANC structures. She holds academic qualifications in education and has been a vocal advocate for transformation in South Africa's public institutions.

Angie Motshekga Updates


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Gwarube flags ‘misinformation’ as deadline for comments on new history curriculum looms
14th April 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Ahead of the deadline for public comment on the draft history curriculum, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has cautioned against "misinformation", noting that some claims circulating about... 


Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga
Motshekga calls for expanded role for women and youth in defence value chain
27th March 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Boosting the participation of women in the defence industry value chain is an economic and strategic necessity that will strengthen South Africa’s security, local industry, innovation and advanced... 


HSF, DA concerned over lack of compliance in SANDF deployment
HSF, DA concerned over lack of compliance in SANDF deployment
12th March 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Helen Suzman Foundation (HSF) has expressed concern over the lack of compliance in a South African National Defence Force (SANDF) deployment, with the Democratic Alliance (DA) calling on... 


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DA wants inquiry into ‘flawed’ process concerning Iran's participation in BRICS naval exercise
23rd January 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Democratic Alliance on Friday called for a judicial inquiry and an urgent parliamentary debate to enforce accountability in the matter involving Iran’s participation in BRICS Plus naval... 


Defence Minister Angie Motshekga
South Africa launches inquiry into Iran's participation in BRICS+ naval drills
16th January 2026 By: Reuters

South Africa's defence ministry has launched a probe into Iran's participation in the BRICS+ naval exercises held near Cape Town this week, after reports that President Cyril Ramaphosa had asked... 


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