Decision Maker

Angie Motshekga

Angie Motshekga is a prominent South African political figure known for her involvement in the African National Congress (ANC) both before and after apartheid. Born in 1955 in South Africa, she earned a Master of Arts degree in English from the University of the Witwatersrand. Motshekga holds various influential positions within the ANC, including serving as the Minister of Basic Education since 2009 and the acting President from 2012. Her political career is characterized by her dedication to eradicating illiteracy and improving education in South Africa, a goal she pursues amid the country's ongoing educational challenges.