Paul Mavima | |
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Member of the National Assembly of Zimbabwe | |
In office 9 November 2019 –2 August 2023 | |
President | Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa |
Preceded by | Sekasai Nzenza |
Minister of Public Service,Labour and Social Welfare | |
Assumed office 8 November 2019 | |
Preceded by | Sekai Nzenza |
Minister of Primary and Secondary Education | |
In office 1 December 2017 –8 November 2019 | |
Succeeded by | Evelyn Ndlovu |
Personal details | |
Born | September 25,1963 |
Political party | ZANU PF |
Alma mater | Florida State University |
Profession | Politician |
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