The Honourable Michael Masutha | |
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Minister of Justice and Correctional Services | |
In office 26 May 2014 –30 May 2019 | |
President | Jacob Zuma Cyril Ramaphosa |
Preceded by | Jeff Radebe |
Succeeded by | Ronald Lamola |
Deputy Minister of Science and Technology | |
In office 9 July 2013 –25 May 2014 | |
Minister | Derek Hanekom |
Preceded by | Derek Hanekom |
Succeeded by | Zanele kaMagwaza-Msibi |
Personal details | |
Born | 1965 (age 58–59) Valdezia,South Africa |
Political party | African National Congress |
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