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Thabo Mbeki

Thabo Mbeki is a South African politician who served as the second President of South Africa from 1999 to 2008. He is a prominent figure in the African National Congress (ANC), having played a key role in the anti-apartheid struggle and the transition to democracy. Mbeki succeeded Nelson Mandela as president and was known for his intellectual approach to governance and his vision of an African Renaissance. During his presidency, he pursued economic liberalisation policies and sought to position South Africa as a leader on the African continent. His tenure was marked by strong economic growth but also by controversy over his government's response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, which drew widespread criticism from public health experts and activists. Mbeki was instrumental in establishing the New Partnership for Africa's Development and advocated for African solutions to African problems in international forums. He was recalled by the ANC in September 2008 following a power struggle within the party, and Jacob Zuma subsequently became president. After leaving office, Mbeki has remained active in African diplomacy and mediation efforts. He studied economics at the University of Sussex and holds a master's degree in economics. Mbeki's legacy remains contested, with supporters praising his pan-African vision and critics pointing to his handling of public health crises and his centralisation of power within the presidency.

Thabo Mbeki Updates


Thabo Mbeki’s broken African dream
5th June 2026 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

When former South African President Thabo Mbeki spoke at a recent event marking the sixty-third anniversary of the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) – which morphed into the... 


Retired Justice Sisi Khampepe
High Court dismisses Zuma, Mbeki's bid to recuse Justice Khampepe
30th March 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Gauteng High Court dismissed the application brought by former Presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki to withdraw retired Justice Sisi Khampepe as chairperson of the Commission investigating... 


Image of Mosiuoa Lekota
Tributes pour in for Mosiuoa Lekota
4th March 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

“South Africa has lost a patriot, a freedom fighter, and a servant of the people whose life story is closely intertwined with the country’s journey of struggle and the realisation of democracy,”... 


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