Lawrence Mushwana | |
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Chairperson of South African Human Rights Commission | |
Assumed office October 2009 | |
Preceded by | Jody Kollapen |
2nd Public Protector of South Africa | |
In office 1 October 2002 –18 October 2009 | |
Deputy | Mamiki Shai |
Preceded by | Selby Baqwa |
Succeeded by | Thuli Madonsela |
Personal details | |
Born | Mabedle Lawrence Mushwana 3 March 1948 |
Political party | ANC |
Relations | Gezane Mushwana (brother) |
Alma mater | University of Zululand |
Occupation | Ombudsman |
Profession | Lawyer |
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