Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Mr. Gwede Mantashe
Mr Mantashe was appointed Minister of Mineral Resources in February 2018. Following the 6th democratic elections in 2019, and with the expansion of the Ministry to include Energy, he was appointed as the Minister of Mineral and Energy Resources in May 2019 where he currently serves.
Personal Information
Mr Samson Gwede Mantashe was born on 21 June 1955 in Lower Cala, in the former Transkei (Eastern Cape). He began his activism in the Student Christian Movement (SCM).
Current Position
Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources of South Africa.
Academic Qualifications
Holds a Bachelor of Commerce (1997) and Honours (2002) from UNISA, and a Master’s degree from Wits (2008). Currently pursuing an MBA through MANCOSA.
Career Highlights
Began in mining sector (1975), co-founded NUM Witbank branch, later became General Secretary. Served in Ekurhuleni Municipality and on Samancor board. Held leadership roles in DBSA, SACP, and ANC, including Secretary General and National Chairperson.