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Panyaza Lesufi

Panyaza Lesufi is a South African politician who serves as Premier of Gauteng province, having assumed office in October 2022. He is a member of the African National Congress (ANC) and chairs the party's Gauteng provincial executive committee. Before becoming premier, Lesufi held the position of Gauteng Education MEC from 2014 to 2022, where he became known for his outspoken approach to education policy and infrastructure development. He also served as Gauteng Finance MEC from May to October 2022 during a brief transitional period. Lesufi's tenure has been marked by his active engagement on social media and his willingness to confront controversial issues in provincial governance. As premier, he oversees the administration of South Africa's economic heartland, which includes Johannesburg and Pretoria and accounts for a significant share of national GDP. His leadership has involved navigating complex coalition politics, managing provincial finances, and addressing service delivery challenges in health, education and infrastructure. Lesufi has been a prominent voice within ANC internal debates and frequently features in coverage of Gauteng's governance, public finance management and political developments. He previously served in various ANC structures and held positions in provincial government dating back to the early 2000s.

Panyaza Lesufi Updates


Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi
South Africa’s economic hub ‘trapped’ in stagnation, report says
19th March 2026 By: Bloomberg

Gauteng, the South African province that’s home to Johannesburg and the capital Pretoria, is struggling to grow and its shift from manufacturing and mining to a services hub is deepening... 


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DA says it will not remove ‘Lesufi shower billboard’, as ANC threatens legal action
5th March 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Democratic Alliance said on Thursday it will not be meeting the African National Congress’ 12-hour deadline to remove the party's billboard that plays on recent remarks made by Gauteng Premier... 


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DA wants investigation into Tshwane’s water tankers, as it unveils new billboard
3rd March 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Democratic Alliance on Tuesday urged the Special Investigating Unit and President Cyril Ramaphosa to extend the Rooivaal wastewater treatment plant investigation to include the payment of water... 


Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina
Rand Water given thumbs up to extract more water from Vaal to stabilise Gauteng’s water supply
19th February 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has approved an urgent water-use licence application from Rand Water to extract additional water from the Integrated Vaal River System (IVRS) for four... 


DA Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga
Corruption, crime major deterrents to private investors, DA vows to enforce accountability
19th February 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Democratic Alliance (DA) Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga on Thursday accused the African National Congress-led government of failing Gauteng residents, promising to rescue the province by acting... 


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‘He demonstrated accountability’ – ANC accepts Lesufi’s apology following insensitive remarks
12th February 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The African National Congress (ANC) on Thursday said it appreciated Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s “accountability” in correcting and apologising for his remarks on the ongoing water challenges... 


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