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As aprovince ofSouth Africa,Mpumalanga is governed through a parliamentary system of government. From 1994 to the present, theAfrican National Congress (ANC) has been the leading political party in Mpumalanga. Currently, theEconomic Freedom Fighters (EFF), followed by theDemocratic Alliance (DA) are the biggest opposition parties.[1] The most recent elections were held with South Africa's general electionson 8 May 2019
Since 2018,Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane, a member of the African National Congress, has held the office of thepremier of Mpumalanga.[2] The premier appoints ten members of theMpumalanga Provincial Legislature to be on the Executive Council.[3]
| Portfolio | MEC |
|---|---|
| Premier | Mandla Ndlovu |
| Community Safety, Security, and Liaison | Khensane Macie |
| Education | Cathy Dlamini |
| Social Development | Khethiwe Moeketsi |
| Economic Development and Tourism | Makhosazane Masilela |
| Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs | Nompumelelo Hlophe |
| Public Works, Roads, and Transport | Thulasizwe Thomo |
| Finance | Bonakele Majuba |
| Culture, Sport, and Recreation | Leah Mabuza |
| Health | Sasekani Manzini |
| Human Settlements and Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs | Speedy Mashilo |
The legislative functions of the provincial government are carried out by theMpumalanga Provincial Legislature, which elects the leader of the largest party or coalition in the legislature as the premier of the province.
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