Zimbabwe Government of National Unity of 2009
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The Government of National Unity refers to Zimbabwe
's coalition government
that was formed on 13 February 2009 following the inaugurations of Morgan Tsvangirai
as Prime Minister
and Thokozani Khuphe
and Arthur Mutambara
as Deputy Prime Ministers
. It is a coalition organized among President Robert Mugabe
's Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front, Tsvangirai's Movement for Democratic Change
, and Mutambara's MDC
, as agreed to during recent negotiations
.
Following the deal's signing, a "sticking point" for the implementation of the agreements in the fourth quarter 2008 was the allocation of Cabinet
positions between the two MDC factions and ZANU-PF, particularly the Home Affairs Ministry
. It stopped the negotiations' progress until late January 2009, when the MDC-T agreed to share the Ministerial portfolio with ZANU-PF on a rotating basis, as advised by the Southern African Development Community
.
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One of the positions of Vice-President was held by Joseph Msika
until his death in August 2009. In December 2009, John Nkomo was appointed to that position.
The following have been nominated, but not yet sworn in:
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is a landlocked country located in the southern part of the African continent, between the Zambezi and Limpopo rivers. It is bordered by South Africa to the south, Botswana to the southwest, Zambia and a tip of Namibia to the northwest and Mozambique to the east. Zimbabwe has three...
's coalition government
Coalition government
A coalition government is a cabinet of a parliamentary government in which several political parties cooperate. The usual reason given for this arrangement is that no party on its own can achieve a majority in the parliament...
that was formed on 13 February 2009 following the inaugurations of Morgan Tsvangirai
Morgan Tsvangirai
Morgan Richard Tsvangirai is the Prime Minister of Zimbabwe. He is the President of the Movement for Democratic Change - Tsvangirai and a key figure in the opposition to President Robert Mugabe. Tsvangirai was sworn in as the Prime Minister of Zimbabwe on 11 February 2009...
as Prime Minister
Prime Minister of Zimbabwe
The Prime Minister of Zimbabwe is the head of government in Zimbabwe. From 1980 to 1987, Robert Mugabe was the first person to hold the position following independence from the United Kingdom. He took office when Rhodesia became the Republic of Zimbabwe on 18 April 1980...
and Thokozani Khuphe
Thokozani Khuphe
Thokozani Khuphe is a Zimbabwean politician and the Vice-President of the Movement for Democratic Change . She has been Deputy Prime Minister of Zimbabwe since 11 February 2009, and she is a senior Member of Parliament for Makokoba constituency.In 2005 she was elected Vice President of theMovement...
and Arthur Mutambara
Arthur Mutambara
Arthur Guseni Oliver Mutambara is a Zimbabwean politician. He became the President of the Movement for Democratic Change-Mutambara faction in February 2006. He has worked as the Managing Director and CEO of Africa Technology and Business Institute since September 2003...
as Deputy Prime Ministers
Deputy Prime Minister of Zimbabwe
The Deputy Prime Minister is a position of Zimbabwe's government created through the deal arising out of political negotiations in 2008.Per the deal, there are three designated deputy prime ministers as of 2008: Arthur Mutambara of a faction of the MDC and two others yet to be named who are members...
. It is a coalition organized among President Robert Mugabe
Robert Mugabe
Robert Gabriel Mugabe is the President of Zimbabwe. As one of the leaders of the liberation movement against white-minority rule, he was elected into power in 1980...
's Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front, Tsvangirai's Movement for Democratic Change
Movement for Democratic Change – Tsvangirai
The Movement for Democratic Change Zimbabwe is a political party and the largest party in the House of Assembly of Zimbabwe. It is the main formation formed from the split of the original Movement for Democratic Change in 2005.-Foundation:...
, and Mutambara's MDC
Movement for Democratic Change – Mutambara
The Movement for Democratic Change — Mutambara is a Zimbabwean political party led by Welshman Ncube.-Foundation:The Movement for Democratic Change was founded in 1999 as an opposition party to the Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front party led by President Robert Mugabe...
, as agreed to during recent negotiations
2008–2009 Zimbabwean political negotiations
The 2008–2009 Zimbabwean political negotiations between the opposition Movement for Democratic Change , its small splinter group, the Movement for Democratic Change - Mutambara , and the ruling Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front are intended to negotiate an end to the partisan...
.
Following the deal's signing, a "sticking point" for the implementation of the agreements in the fourth quarter 2008 was the allocation of Cabinet
Cabinet of Zimbabwe
The Cabinet of Zimbabwe is an executive body of appointed government ministers. Until 1987, the Cabinet was chaired by the Prime Minister; it is now headed by the President.-Composition:...
positions between the two MDC factions and ZANU-PF, particularly the Home Affairs Ministry
Ministry of Home Affairs (Zimbabwe)
The Ministry of Home Affairs is the home affairs ministry of the government of Zimbabwe. It governs several matters, including the following:* Zimbabwe Republic Police* Registrar General,* Immigration* National Archives of Zimbabwe,...
. It stopped the negotiations' progress until late January 2009, when the MDC-T agreed to share the Ministerial portfolio with ZANU-PF on a rotating basis, as advised by the Southern African Development Community
Southern African Development Community
The Southern African Development Community is an inter-governmental organization headquartered in Gaborone, Botswana. Its goal is to further socio-economic cooperation and integration as well as political and security cooperation among 15 southern African states...
.
Cabinet
The following appointments have been made[[ edit table]]
| Portfolio | Minister |
|---|---|
| President | Robert Gabriel Mugabe (ZANU-PF) |
| Vice President Vice President of Zimbabwe - List 1st Vice President of Zimbabwe :- List 2nd Vice President of Zimbabwe :... |
Joyce Teurai Ropa Mujuru MP (ZANU-PF) |
| Vice President Vice President of Zimbabwe - List 1st Vice President of Zimbabwe :- List 2nd Vice President of Zimbabwe :... |
Sen John Landa Nkomo John Nkomo John Landa Nkomo is a Zimbabwean politician, serving as Vice-President of Zimbabwe. After serving for years as a minister in the government of Zimbabwe, he was the Speaker of Parliament from 2005 to 2008. He was then appointed to the Senate in 2008 and was Minister of State in the President's... (ZANU-PF) |
| Prime Minister Prime Minister of Zimbabwe The Prime Minister of Zimbabwe is the head of government in Zimbabwe. From 1980 to 1987, Robert Mugabe was the first person to hold the position following independence from the United Kingdom. He took office when Rhodesia became the Republic of Zimbabwe on 18 April 1980... |
Morgan Tsvangirai Morgan Tsvangirai Morgan Richard Tsvangirai is the Prime Minister of Zimbabwe. He is the President of the Movement for Democratic Change - Tsvangirai and a key figure in the opposition to President Robert Mugabe. Tsvangirai was sworn in as the Prime Minister of Zimbabwe on 11 February 2009... (MDC-T) |
| Deputy Prime Minister Deputy Prime Minister of Zimbabwe The Deputy Prime Minister is a position of Zimbabwe's government created through the deal arising out of political negotiations in 2008.Per the deal, there are three designated deputy prime ministers as of 2008: Arthur Mutambara of a faction of the MDC and two others yet to be named who are members... |
Prof Arthur Mutambara Arthur Mutambara Arthur Guseni Oliver Mutambara is a Zimbabwean politician. He became the President of the Movement for Democratic Change-Mutambara faction in February 2006. He has worked as the Managing Director and CEO of Africa Technology and Business Institute since September 2003... (MDC-M) |
| Deputy Prime Minister Deputy Prime Minister of Zimbabwe The Deputy Prime Minister is a position of Zimbabwe's government created through the deal arising out of political negotiations in 2008.Per the deal, there are three designated deputy prime ministers as of 2008: Arthur Mutambara of a faction of the MDC and two others yet to be named who are members... |
Thokozani Khuphe MP Thokozani Khuphe Thokozani Khuphe is a Zimbabwean politician and the Vice-President of the Movement for Democratic Change . She has been Deputy Prime Minister of Zimbabwe since 11 February 2009, and she is a senior Member of Parliament for Makokoba constituency.In 2005 she was elected Vice President of theMovement... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Public Service Ministry of Public Service (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Public Service is a government ministry, responsible for parastatals in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Elphas Mukonoweshuro and the deputy minister is Andrew Langa.. Its oversees:* The Public Service Commission... |
Prof Elphas Mukonoweshuro MP Elphas Mukonoweshuro Elphas Mukonoweshuro was a Zimbabwean political scientist and politician. A former University of Zimbabwe Dean of Social Studies, he was the Movement for Democratic Change-Tsvangirai member of parliament for Gutu South in Masvingo Province... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Women's Affairs, Gender and Community Development Ministry of Women's Affairs, Gender and Community Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Women's Affairs, Gender and Community Development is a government ministry, responsible for gender and community issues in Zimbabwe... |
Olivia Muchena MP Olivia Muchena Olivia Nyembezi Muchena is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving in the Cabinet of Zimbabwe as Minister of Women's Affairs. She was previously the Minister of Science and Technology Development.... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Defence Ministry of Defence (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Defence is a Zimbabwe Government ministry, responsible for defence and national defence policy.- Organization :The Ministry is located in Harare.It oversees:* Zimbabwe Defence Forces** Zimbabwe National Army** Air Force of Zimbabwe... |
Emmerson Mnangagwa MP Emmerson Mnangagwa Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa is a Zimbabwean politician who has been Minister of Defense since February 2009. He was previously Minister of State Security from 1982 to 1988, then Minister of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs until 2000; he was Speaker of Parliament from July 2000 to 2005 and... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Youth Development, Indigenisation and Empowerment Ministry of Youth Development, Indigenisation and Empowerment (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Youth Development, Indigenisation and Empowerment is a government ministry, responsible for youth issues and economic empowerment in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Savior Kasukuwereand the deputy minister is Thamsanqa Mahlangu..... |
Savior Kasukuwere MP Savior Kasukuwere -Politics:He has been a member of the Pan-African Parliament, since 2004. He is the Deputy Secretary of Youth Affairs in the Politburo of the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front. He has been the Member of Parliament for Mount Darwin South Parliamentary Constituency since 2000... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Science and Technology Development Ministry of Science and Technology Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Science and Technology Development is a government ministry, responsible for science and technology in Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Henry Dzinotyiwei. Its oversees:* Scientific and Industrial Research and Development Centre... |
Prof Heneri Dzinotyiwei MP (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Economic Planning and Investment Promotion Ministry of Economic Planning and Investment Promotion (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Economic Planning and Investment Promotion is a government ministry, responsible for economic planning and investment in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Elton Mangomaand the deputy minister is Samuel Undenge..... |
Elton Mangoma MP Elton Mangoma Elton Steers Mangoma is the Zimbabwe Minister of Economic Planning and Investment Promotion. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Makoni North .- Career :... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education is a government ministry, responsible for universities, polytechnics and colleges in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Stan Mudenge and the deputy minister is Lutho Tapela.. It oversees:... |
Stan Gorerazvo Mudenge MP Stan Mudenge Isaak Stanislaus Gorerazvo Mudenge is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as Minister of Higher Education. He was previously the Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1995 to 2005.... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Industry and Commerce Ministry of Industry and Commerce (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Industry and Commerce is a government ministry, responsible for trade in Zimbabwe and industrial policy. The incumbent minister is Welshman Ncube and the deputy minister is Michael Bimha.. Its oversees:* National Incomes and Pricing Commission... |
Prof Welshman Ncube Welshman Ncube Welshman Ncube is a Zimbabwean politician. He is the President of the Movement for Democratic Change – Mutambara, and since February 2009 has been the Minister of Industry and Commerce. He was elected as a member of the House of Assembly of Zimbabwe for Bulawayo North East in the 2000 election and... (MDC-M) |
| Minister of Regional Integration and International Cooperation Ministry of Regional Integration and International Cooperation (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Regional Integration and International Cooperation is a government ministry, responsible for relations with intergovernmental organisations, such as SADC. The incumbent minister is Priscilla Misihairabwi-Mushonga and the deputy minister is Reuben Marumahoko.... |
Priscilla Misihairabwi-Mushonga Priscilla Misihairabwi-Mushonga Priscilla Misihairabwi-Mushonga is a Zimbabwean politician and former member of the House of Assembly for Glen Norah. During her time as Glen Norah's MP, she also served as the shadow foreign minister for the Movement for Democratic Change. When the party split in 2005, she remained with the MDC... (MDC-M) |
| Minister of Home Affairs Ministry of Home Affairs (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Home Affairs is the home affairs ministry of the government of Zimbabwe. It governs several matters, including the following:* Zimbabwe Republic Police* Registrar General,* Immigration* National Archives of Zimbabwe,... |
Co-minister: Giles Mutsekwa MP Giles Mutsekwa Giles Mutsekwa is a Zimbabwean politician. He was appointed to the unity government as one of two co-ministers of Home Affairs by Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai in February 2009 and sworn into office on February 13. He concurrently served as secretary for Security and Intelligence of the MDC-T,... (MDC-T) Co-minister: Kembo Dugish Campbell Mohadi MP Kembo Mohadi Kembo Dugish Campbell Mohadi is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as the Minister of Home Affairs. Having previously served as Deputy Minister of Local Government, he was appointed as Minister of Home Affairs in August 2002.... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Finance Ministry of Finance (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Finance is a government ministry, responsible for the economy of Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Tendai Biti. Its oversees:* Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe* Zimbabwe National Revenue Authority... |
Tendai Biti MP Tendai Biti Tendai Laxton Biti is a Zimbabwean politician. He is the Secretary-General of the Movement for Democratic Change political party and a member of Parliament for Harare East; currently he is the Minister of Finance of Zimbabwe.-Early life:Biti was born in Dzivarasekwa, Harare... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Health and Child Welfare Ministry of Health and Child Welfare (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Health and Child Welfare is a government ministry, responsible for health in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Henry Madzorera and the deputy minister is Douglas Mombeshora.. Its oversees:* Hospitals... |
Sen Dr Henry Madzorera Henry Madzorera Henry Madzorera is the Zimbabwe Minister of Health and Child Welfare. He is the Senator for Kwekwe .-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Local Government and Urban Development Ministry of Local Government and Urban Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Local Government, Rural and Urban Development is a government ministry, responsible for local government in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Ignatius Chomboand the deputy minister is Sesel Zvidzai.. It oversees:* Municipalities of Zimbabwe... |
Ignatius Morgan Chiminya Chombo MP (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs | Sen Patrick Antony Chinamasa Patrick Chinamasa Patrick Antony Chinamasa is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as the Minister of Justice.-Career:A leading member of the ruling ZANU-PF party, Chinamasa became first deputy Agriculture Minister, and then Attorney General of Zimbabwe; he also holds the role of Leader of the Zimbabwean... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Agriculture is a government ministry, responsible for agriculture in Zimbabwe, . The incumbent Minister is Joseph Made and the Deputy Minister is Roy Bennett. The ministry is located in Harare... |
Sen Joseph Mtekwese Made Joseph Made Joseph Mtakwese Made is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as Minister of Agriculture.He was the Minister of Agriculture before being moved to the position of Minister of Agriculture Mechanization, with Rugare Gumbo replacing him as Minister of Agriculture... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Education, Sport and Culture Ministry of Education, Sport and Culture (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Education, Sports and Culture is the government ministry responsible for primary and secondary education, sport and culture in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is David Coltart and the deputy minister is Lazarus Dokora..... |
Sen David Coltart David Coltart David Coltart is a Zimbabwean lawyer, Christian leader and politician. He was a founding member of the Movement for Democratic Change when it was established in 1999 and its founding Secretary for Legal Affairs. He was the Member of Parliament for Bulawayo South in the House of Assembly from 2000... (MDC-M) |
| Minister of Environment Ministry of Environment (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Environment is a government ministry, responsible for environment in Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Francis Nhema. It oversees:* Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority* Environmental Management Agency-References:... |
Francis Dunstun Chenayimoyo Nhema MP (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Tourism Ministry of Tourism (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Tourism is a government ministry, responsible for tourism in Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Walter Mzembi. It oversees:* Zimbabwe Tourism Authority... |
Walter Mzembi MP Walter Mzembi Walter Mzembi is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as Minister of Tourism. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Masvingo South .... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Constitutional and Parliamentary Affairs Ministry of Constitutional and Parliamentary Affairs (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Constitutional and Parliamentary Affairs is a government ministry, responsible for constitutional development and the legislature in Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Eric Matinenga. It oversees:* House of Assembly of Zimbabwe* Senate of Zimbabwe... |
Adv Eric Matinenga MP Eric Matinenga Eric Matinenga is a Zimbabwean case lawyer and politician who successfully defended Movement for Democratic Change leader Morgan Tsvangirai during his treason trial in 2005... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of State Enterprise and Parastatals Ministry of State Enterprise and Parastatals (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of State Enterprise and Parastatals is a government ministry, responsible for the supervision of parastatals in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Samuel Sipepa Nkomo and the deputy minister is Walter Chidakwa..... |
Samuel Sipepa Nkomo Samuel Sipepa Nkomo Samuel Sipepa Nkomo is the Zimbabwe Minister of State Enterprise and Parastatals. He will be nominated for appointment to the Senate of Zimbabwe as a non-constituency senator.-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Information and Communications Technology Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Information and Communications Technology is a government ministry, responsible for postal services, telephones and information technology in Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Nelson Chamisa. It oversees:* Net*One* TelOne* Zimpost... |
Nelson Chamisa MP Nelson Chamisa Nelson Chamisa is a Zimbabwean politician and member of the House of Assembly of Zimbabwe for Kuwadzana, Harare. His charismatic speeches and eloquence saw him rise to become the Secretary for Information and Publicity for the opposition party Movement for Democratic Change , and former national... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Public Works Ministry of Public Works (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Public Works is a government ministry, responsible for public works in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Theresa Makoni and the deputy minister is Guy Georgias..... |
Theresa Makoni MP Theresa Makoni Theresa Makoni is the Zimbabwe Minister of Public Works. She is the Member of House of Assembly for Harare North .-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Labour and Social Welfare Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare is a government ministry, responsible for labour relations and welfare in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Paurine Mpariwa and the deputy minister is Tracy Mutinhiri.. It oversees:... |
Paurine Mpariwa MP Paurine Mpariwa Paurine Mpariwa is the Zimbabwe Minister of Labour and Social Welfare. She is the Member of House of Assembly for Mufakose .-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development | Tasanangurwa Nicholas Goche MP Nicholas Goche Nicholas Tasunungurwa Goche is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as Minister of Transport. Previously he was Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare.... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Mines and Mining Development Ministry of Mines and Mining Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Mines and Mining Development is a government ministry, responsible for mines and mining in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Obert Mpofu and the deputy minister is Gift Chimanikire. It oversees:* Zimbabwe Geological Survey... |
Obert Moses Mpofu MP Obert Mpofu Obert Moses Mpofu is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as Minister of Mines. Previously he was Minister of Industry and International Trade.-Political career:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of National Housing and Social Amenities Ministry of National Housing and Social Amenities (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of National Housing and Social Amenities is a government ministry, responsible for housing and community infrastructure in Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Fidelis Mhashu.... |
Fidelis Mhashu MP Fidelis Mhashu Fidelis Mhashu is the Zimbabwe Minister of National Housing and Social Amenities. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Chitungwiza North .-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Energy and Power Development Ministry of Energy and Power Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Energy and Power Development is a government ministry, responsible for energy and electricity in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Elton Mangoma and the deputy minister is Hubert Nyanhongo.. It oversees:* Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority... |
Eng Elias Mudzuri MP Elias Mudzuri Elias Mudzuri is a Zimbabwean engineer and politician. Mudzuri was elected to a four-year term as Mayor of Harare, a city of 1.8 million, in March 2002. Trained in Sierre Leone as a civil engineer, the mayor is a Fellow of the Zimbabwe Institution of Engineers. Before becoming mayor, he had worked... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Foreign Affairs Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a government ministry, responsible for the foreign relations of Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Samuel Mumbengegwi and the deputy minister is Moses Ndlovu.. It oversees:* Diplomatic missions of Zimbabwe... |
Sen Simbarashe Simbanenduku Mumbengegwi Simbarashe Mumbengegwi Simbarashe Simbaneduku Mumbengegwi is a Zimbabwean politician and diplomat, currently serving as Minister of Foreign Affairs whose right to entry is currently prohibited by Australia, Canada, the European Union, New Zealand and the United States. Mumbengegwi was born in Chivi, Zimbabwe... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Media, Information and Publicity | Webster Kotiwa Shamu MP Webster Shamu Webster Kotiwani Shamu is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as Minister of Publicity and Information. He was previously Minister of State for Policy Implementation, and he is a Member of Parliament representing Chegutu constituency.- Background :... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of Water Resources and Development Ministry of Water Resources and Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Water Resources and Development is a government ministry, responsible for water resources management and rural development in Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Joel Gabuza. It oversees:* Zimbabwe National Water Authority* District Development Fund... |
Joel Gabuza MP Joel Gabuza Joel Gabuza is the Zimbabwe Minister of Water Resources and Development. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Binga .-References:He bounced back into the national executive of the MDC on 20 MAy 2011... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of Lands and Land Resettlement Ministry of Lands and Land Resettlement (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Lands and Land Resettlement is a government ministry, responsible for land reform in Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Herbert Murerwa.... |
Herbert Murerwa MP Herbert Murerwa Herbert Muchemwa Murerwa is a Zimbabwean politician. He served as the Minister of Finance in the Government of Zimbabwe from 1996 to 2000, from August 2002 to February 2004, and again from April 26, 2004 to February 6, 2007... (ZANU-PF) |
| Provincial Governor of Mashonaland East Mashonaland East Mashonaland East is a province of Zimbabwe. It has an area of 32,230 km² and a population of approximately 1.1 million . Marondera is the capital of the province.-Districts:Mashonaland East is divided into eight districts:* Chikomba* Goromonzi... |
Sen Aeneas Chigwedere Aeneas Chigwedere Aeneas Chigwedere is a Zimbabwean politician, historian, educationist, and traditional leader. He served as the Minister of Education, Sports, & Culture since August 2001, and was appointed as the Resident Minister and Governor of Mashonaland East Province in August 2008... (ZANU-PF) |
| Provincial Governor of Mashonaland West Mashonaland West Mashonaland West is a province of Zimbabwe. It has an area of 57,441 km² and a population of approximately 1.2 million . Chinhoyi is the capital of the province.Mashonaland West is divided into 6 districts:* Chegutu* Hurungwe* Kadoma* Kariba... |
Sen Faber Chidarikire Faber Chidarikire Faber Edmond Chidarikire is the Provincial Governor and resident minister of Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe. He is a member of the ZANU-PF party and an ex officio member of the Senate of Zimbabwe... (ZANU-PF) |
| Provincial Governor of Mashonaland Central Mashonaland Central Mashonaland Central is a province of Zimbabwe. It has an area of 28,347 km² and a population of approximately 998,265 , representing about 8.5% of the total Zimbabwe population.- Background :Bindura is the capital of the province... |
Sen Martin Dinha Martin Dinha Martin Dinha is the Provincial Governor and resident minister of Mashonaland Central, Zimbabwe . He is a member of the ZANU-PF party and an ex officio member of the Senate of Zimbabwe. He is a former Mayor of Bindura.-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Provincial Governor of Masvingo | Sen Willard Chiwewe Willard Chiwewe Willard Chiwewe is the Provincial Governor and resident minister of Masvingo, Zimbabwe. He is a member of the ZANU-PF party and an ex officio member of the Senate of Zimbabwe.-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Provincial Governor of Matabeleland North Matabeleland North Matabeleland North is a province in western Zimbabwe. It borders the provinces of Midlands and Mashonaland West to the east and northeast respectively, and the province of Matabeleland South and the city of Bulawayo to the south. Its northern border is defined by the Zambezi river, while its... |
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| Provincial Governor of Matabeleland South Matabeleland South Matabeleland South is a province of Zimbabwe. It has an area of 54,172 km² and a population of approximately 650,000 . Gwanda is the capital of the province.-Geography:... |
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| Provincial Governor of Manicaland Manicaland Manicaland is a province of Zimbabwe. It has an area of and a population of approximately 1.6 million . Mutare is the capital of the province. -Background:... |
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| Provincial Governor of Midlands | |
| Provincial Governor of Harare | |
| Provincial Governor of Bulawayo |
One of the positions of Vice-President was held by Joseph Msika
Joseph Msika
Joseph Wilfred Msika was a Zimbabwean politician who served as Vice President of Zimbabwe from 1999 to 2009.-Early life:...
until his death in August 2009. In December 2009, John Nkomo was appointed to that position.
Ministers of State
The following appointments have been made:| Portfolio | Minister |
|---|---|
| Minister of State for Presidential Affairs Minister of State for Presidential Affairs (Zimbabwe) The Minister of State for Presidential Affairs is a non-cabinet ministerial position in the government of Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Didymus Mutasa. The duties of the position have yet to be publicly defined.... |
Didymus Noel Edwin Mutasa MP Didymus Mutasa Didymus Noel Edwin Mutasa is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as the Minister of State for Presidential Affairs and as the Secretary for Administration of ZANU-PF.-Family background:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of State for National Security in the President’s Office Minister of State for National Security in the President’s Office (Zimbabwe) The Minister of State for National Security in the President’s Office is a non-cabinet ministerial position in the government of Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Sydney Sekeramayi. It oversees:* Central Intelligence Organisation... |
Sydney Tigere Sekeramayi MP Sydney Sekeramayi Dr. Sydney Tigere Sekeramayi is a Zimbabwean politician who has served as a minister in the Cabinet since independence in 1980. He was Minister of Defence from 2001 to 2009, and he has been Minister of State Security since 2009. During the Rhodesian Bush War, Sekeramayi served as the Zimbabwe... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of State in the President's Office Minister of State in the President's Office (Zimbabwe) The Minister of State in the President's Office is a non-cabinet ministerial position in the government of Zimbabwe. The position is vacant, following the promotion of John Nkomo to Vice-President.... |
Sen John Landa Nkomo John Nkomo John Landa Nkomo is a Zimbabwean politician, serving as Vice-President of Zimbabwe. After serving for years as a minister in the government of Zimbabwe, he was the Speaker of Parliament from 2005 to 2008. He was then appointed to the Senate in 2008 and was Minister of State in the President's... (ZANU-PF) (up to December 2009) |
| Minister of State in the Vice-President's Office Minister of State in the Vice-President's Office (Zimbabwe) The Minister of State in the Vice-President's Office is a non-cabinet ministerial position in the government of Zimbabwe. There are two incumbents: Flora Buka and Sylvester Nguni. The duties of the position have yet to be publicly defined.... (Office of Sen Joseph Msika Joseph Msika Joseph Wilfred Msika was a Zimbabwean politician who served as Vice President of Zimbabwe from 1999 to 2009.-Early life:... ) |
Sen Flora Buka Flora Buka Flora Buka is a Zimbabwean politician, currently serving as Minister of State for Special Affairs Responsible for Land and Resettlement Programme... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of State in the Vice-President's Office Minister of State in the Vice-President's Office (Zimbabwe) The Minister of State in the Vice-President's Office is a non-cabinet ministerial position in the government of Zimbabwe. There are two incumbents: Flora Buka and Sylvester Nguni. The duties of the position have yet to be publicly defined.... (Office of Joyce Teurai Ropa Mujuru MP) |
Sylvester Robert Nguni MP Sylvester Nguni Sylvester Nguni is the Zimbabwean Minister of State in the office of Vice-President Joyce Mujuru. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Mhondoro - Mubaira .-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (Zimbabwe) The Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office is a non-cabinet ministerial position in the government of Zimbabwe. The incumbent is Gordon Moyo. The duties of the position have yet to be publicly defined, although Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai has indicated it will include responsibility... |
Gorden Moyo (MDC-T) |
| Minister of State in the Deputy Prime Minister's Office Minister of State in the Deputy Prime Minister's Office (Zimbabwe) The Minister of State in the Deputy Prime Minister's Office is a non-cabinet ministerial position in the government of Zimbabwe. There are two incumbents: Gibson Sibanda and Sekai Holland. The duties of the position have yet to be publicly defined.... (Office of Thokozani Khuphe MP Thokozani Khuphe Thokozani Khuphe is a Zimbabwean politician and the Vice-President of the Movement for Democratic Change . She has been Deputy Prime Minister of Zimbabwe since 11 February 2009, and she is a senior Member of Parliament for Makokoba constituency.In 2005 she was elected Vice President of theMovement... ) |
Sen Sekai Masikana Holland Sekai Holland Sekai Holland is the controversial Zimbabwean Minister of State for National Healing, Reconciliation and Integration in the office of Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai... (MDC-T) |
| Minister of State in the Deputy Prime Minister's Office Minister of State in the Deputy Prime Minister's Office (Zimbabwe) The Minister of State in the Deputy Prime Minister's Office is a non-cabinet ministerial position in the government of Zimbabwe. There are two incumbents: Gibson Sibanda and Sekai Holland. The duties of the position have yet to be publicly defined.... (Office of Prof Arthur Mutambara Arthur Mutambara Arthur Guseni Oliver Mutambara is a Zimbabwean politician. He became the President of the Movement for Democratic Change-Mutambara faction in February 2006. He has worked as the Managing Director and CEO of Africa Technology and Business Institute since September 2003... ) |
Sen Gibson Jama Sibanda Gibson Sibanda Gibson Jama Sibanda was a Zimbabwean politician and Trade Unionist. He was a founding member of the Movement for Democratic Change and at the time of his death was the Vice-President of the faction of the Movement for Democratic Change led by Arthur Mutambara... (MDC-M) |
Deputy Ministers
The following appointments have been made:| Portfolio | Deputy Minister |
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| Deputy Minister of Public Service Ministry of Public Service (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Public Service is a government ministry, responsible for parastatals in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Elphas Mukonoweshuro and the deputy minister is Andrew Langa.. Its oversees:* The Public Service Commission... |
Andrew Langa MP Andrew Langa Andrew Langa is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Public Service. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Insiza North .-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of Women's Affairs, Gender and Community Development Ministry of Women's Affairs, Gender and Community Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Women's Affairs, Gender and Community Development is a government ministry, responsible for gender and community issues in Zimbabwe... |
Evelyn Pfugamai Masaiti MP Evelyn Masaiti Evelyn Masaiti is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Women's Affairs, Gender and Community Development. She is the Member of House of Assembly for Dzivaresekwa .-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Deputy Minister of Youth Development, Indigenisation and Empowerment Ministry of Youth Development, Indigenisation and Empowerment (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Youth Development, Indigenisation and Empowerment is a government ministry, responsible for youth issues and economic empowerment in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Savior Kasukuwereand the deputy minister is Thamsanqa Mahlangu..... |
Thamsanqa Mahlangu MP Thamsanqa Mahlangu Thamsanqa Mahlangu is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Youth Development, Indigenisation and Empowerment. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Nkulumane .He is also the Chairman of the MDC-T Youth wing.... (MDC-T) |
| Deputy Minister of Economic Planning and Investment Promotion Ministry of Economic Planning and Investment Promotion (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Economic Planning and Investment Promotion is a government ministry, responsible for economic planning and investment in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Elton Mangomaand the deputy minister is Samuel Undenge..... |
Samuel Undenge MP Samuel Undenge Samuel Undenge is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Economic Planning and Investment Promotion. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Chimanimani East .-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education is a government ministry, responsible for universities, polytechnics and colleges in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Stan Mudenge and the deputy minister is Lutho Tapela.. It oversees:... |
Sen Lutho Addington Tapela Lutho Tapela Lutho Addington Tapela is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education. He is the Senator for Bulilima-Mangwe .-References:... (MDC-M) |
| Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce Ministry of Industry and Commerce (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Industry and Commerce is a government ministry, responsible for trade in Zimbabwe and industrial policy. The incumbent minister is Welshman Ncube and the deputy minister is Michael Bimha.. Its oversees:* National Incomes and Pricing Commission... |
Michael Chakanaka Bimha MP Michael Bimha Michael Bimha is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Chikomba West .-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of Regional Integration and International Cooperation Ministry of Regional Integration and International Cooperation (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Regional Integration and International Cooperation is a government ministry, responsible for relations with intergovernmental organisations, such as SADC. The incumbent minister is Priscilla Misihairabwi-Mushonga and the deputy minister is Reuben Marumahoko.... |
Sen Reuben Marumahoko Reuben Marumahoko Reuben Marumahoko is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Regional Integration and International Cooperation. He is the Senator for Hurungwe .-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of Health and Child Welfare Ministry of Health and Child Welfare (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Health and Child Welfare is a government ministry, responsible for health in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Henry Madzorera and the deputy minister is Douglas Mombeshora.. Its oversees:* Hospitals... |
Douglas Tendai Mombeshora MP Douglas Mombeshora Douglas Mombeshora is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Health and Child Welfare. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Mhangura .-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of Local Government and Urban Development Ministry of Local Government and Urban Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Local Government, Rural and Urban Development is a government ministry, responsible for local government in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Ignatius Chomboand the deputy minister is Sesel Zvidzai.. It oversees:* Municipalities of Zimbabwe... |
Sesel Zvidzai MP Sesel Zvidzai Sesel Zvidzai is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Local Government and Urban Development. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Chiwundura .-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Deputy Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs | Jessie Fungai Majome MP Jessie Majome Jessie Majome is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs. She is the Member of House of Assembly for Harare West .-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Deputy Minister of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Agriculture is a government ministry, responsible for agriculture in Zimbabwe, . The incumbent Minister is Joseph Made and the Deputy Minister is Roy Bennett. The ministry is located in Harare... |
(MDC-T) |
| Deputy Minister of Education, Sport and Culture Ministry of Education, Sport and Culture (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Education, Sports and Culture is the government ministry responsible for primary and secondary education, sport and culture in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is David Coltart and the deputy minister is Lazarus Dokora..... |
Lazarus Dokora MP Lazarus Dokora Lazarus Dokora is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Education, Sport and Culture. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Rushinga .-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of State Enterprise and Parastatals Ministry of State Enterprise and Parastatals (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of State Enterprise and Parastatals is a government ministry, responsible for the supervision of parastatals in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Samuel Sipepa Nkomo and the deputy minister is Walter Chidakwa..... |
Walter Kufakunesu Chidakwa MP Walter Chidakwa Walter Chidakwa is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of State Enterprise and Parastatals. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Zvimba South .-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of Public Works Ministry of Public Works (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Public Works is a government ministry, responsible for public works in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Theresa Makoni and the deputy minister is Guy Georgias..... |
Guy Georgias Guy Georgias Guy Georgias is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Public Works.-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of Labour and Social Welfare Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare is a government ministry, responsible for labour relations and welfare in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Paurine Mpariwa and the deputy minister is Tracy Mutinhiri.. It oversees:... |
Tracy Mutinhiri MP Tracy Mutinhiri Tracy Mutinhiri is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Labour and Social Welfare. She is the Member of House of Assembly for Marondera East .Since 2009 rumours exist around Mutinhiri being sympathetic to the MDC party... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development | Tichaona Mudzingwa MP Tichaona Mudzingwa Col. Dr. Tichaona Mudzingwa is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development.-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Deputy Minister of Mines and Mining Development Ministry of Mines and Mining Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Mines and Mining Development is a government ministry, responsible for mines and mining in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Obert Mpofu and the deputy minister is Gift Chimanikire. It oversees:* Zimbabwe Geological Survey... |
Murisi Zwizwai MP Murisi Zwizwai Murisi Zwizai is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Mines and Mining Development. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Harare Central .-References:... (MDC-T) |
| Deputy Minister of Energy and Power Development Ministry of Energy and Power Development (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Energy and Power Development is a government ministry, responsible for energy and electricity in Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Elton Mangoma and the deputy minister is Hubert Nyanhongo.. It oversees:* Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority... |
Hubert Nyanhongo MP Hubert Nyanhongo Hubert Nyanhongo is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Energy and Power Development. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Harare South .-References:... (ZANU-PF) |
| Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Zimbabwe) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a government ministry, responsible for the foreign relations of Zimbabwe. The incumbent minister is Samuel Mumbengegwi and the deputy minister is Moses Ndlovu.. It oversees:* Diplomatic missions of Zimbabwe... |
Moses Mzila Ndlovu MP Moses Ndlovu Moses Mzila Ndlovu is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Bulilima West .-References:... (MDC-M) |
| Deputy Minister of Media, Information and Publicity | Jameson Zvidzai Timba MP Jameson Timba Jameson Timba is the Zimbabwe Deputy Minister of Media, Information and Publicity. He is the Member of House of Assembly for Mount Pleasant .-References:... (MDC-T) |
The following have been nominated, but not yet sworn in:
- Deputy Minister of Agriculture - Roy Bennett (MDC-T)