Nosiviwe Noluthando Mapisa-Nqakula

Nosiviwe Noluthando Mapisa-Nqakula (born 13 November 1956) is a South African politician who served as the Speaker of the National Assembly from August 2021 until her resignation on 3 April 2024. She was a cabinet minister from 2004 to 2021, including as Minister of Defence and Military Veterans between June 2012 and August 2021. She was an elected member of the National Executive Committee of the African National Congress (ANC) between 2002 and 2022 and is a former president of the ANC Women's League. Quotes about Nosiviwe Noluthando Mapisa-Nqakula On her role in transforming the South African military: "She was instrumental in transforming the South African military by focusing on gender inclusivity and the wellbeing of veterans." manuela Samwel Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s Career Journey, Family, Net Worth & Facts January 21, 2025 On her political journey: "Mapisa-Nqakula’s political journey was shaped by her early activism, especially her involvement in the ANC Women’s League." manuela Samwel Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s Career Journey, Family, Net Worth & Facts January 21, 2025 On her focus on empowering women and veterans: "Her work has focused on improving the lives of disadvantaged South Africans, particularly women and military veterans." manuela Samwel Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s Career Journey, Family, Net Worth & Facts January 21, 2025 On her legacy in politics: "As a respected elder in the ANC, she will continue to be a key figure in the country’s political landscape." manuela Samwel Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s Career Journey, Family, Net Worth & Facts January 21, 2025 On her influence in leadership and women’s rights: "Her influence will likely remain in the areas of defense, women’s rights, and leadership." manuela Samwel Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s Career Journey, Family, Net Worth & Facts January 21, 2025 External links Category:Women politicians in South Africa Category:African National Congress politicians Category:1956 births Category:Women born in the 1950s Category:Living people