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Mathews Phosa was born on 1 September, 1952 in Bushbuckridge Mpumalanga, South Africa, is a South African politician. Discover Mathews Phosa's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 71 years old?
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71 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Virgo |
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1 September 1952 |
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1 September |
| Birthplace |
Bushbuckridge Mpumalanga, South Africa |
| Nationality |
South Africa
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He is a member of famous politician with the age 71 years old group.
Mathews Phosa Height, Weight & Measurements
At 71 years old, Mathews Phosa height not available right now. We will update Mathews Phosa's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Who Is Mathews Phosa's Wife?
His wife is Pinky Phosa
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Pinky Phosa |
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Mathews Phosa Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Mathews Phosa worth at the age of 71 years old? Mathews Phosa’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from South Africa. We have estimated Mathews Phosa's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Not Available |
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politician |
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Timeline
Nakedi Mathews Phosa (born 1 September 1952) is a South African attorney and politician and was also an anti-apartheid activist.
He is a former premier of Mpumalanga as well as a member of the National Executive Committee of the African National Congress (ANC).
He was one of the first four members of the ANC to enter South Africa from exile in 1990 in order to start the process of negotiation with the National Party government.
As a result of the first fully inclusive democratic elections in 1994, Phosa was appointed as the first premier of Mpumalanga, a position which he held until 1999.
During his time in office, Phosa pioneered planning interaction between the private sector and government.
He also spearheaded Nelson Mandela's reconciliation initiatives between the government and the Afrikaans speaking community.
Phosa was elected as a member of the National Executive Committee of the ANC in 1999.
Since 1999 Phosa has served as a business consultant for various local and international businesses.
In addition, Phosa currently holds chairman, vice-chairman or board member positions at more than ten prominent South African institutions and companies, including the University of South Africa, Afrikaanse Handelsinstituut, Special Olympics South Africa, Value Logistics, EOH (Pty) Ltd, SA Golden Leaf and Hans Merensky Holdings.
In 2001, Cyril Ramaphosa, Tokyo Sexwale and Phosa were investigated in connection with an alleged plot to oust Mbeki.
During the 2007 Conference of the ANC (the 52nd National Conference) held in Polokwane in the Limpopo Province, Phosa was elected to the post of Treasurer General for the Organisation.
Phosa unsuccessfully ran for the post of ANC Deputy President in 2012.
Cyril Ramaphosa received 3,018 votes and was elected deputy president of the ANC, convincingly defeating Mathews Phosa, who received 470 votes and Human Settlements Minister Tokyo Sexwale, who received 463.
Phosa ran for President of the ANC in 2017 lost to Cyril Ramaphosa.
Phosa was born in Mbombela township, Nelspruit.
However, he grew up with his grandfather in a rural area near Potgietersrus (Mokopane).
He matriculated at Orhovelani High School in Thulamahashe, Bushbuckridge.
On April 29, 2017, Phosa announced that he had accepted a nomination for the ANC Presidency and would be a candidate at the 54th ANC conference in December.
On June 11, 2017, Phosa officially announced his intention to seek the Presidential nomination in December 2017.
