Who is David Makhura? David Makhura Biography and Wiki
David Makhura (Manemolla David Makhura) is a South African politician. He is currently working as the 6th, Premier of Gauteng following his election in 2014. He is also working as a Member of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. David is a member of the African National Congress (ANC). He is also the trustee of the board of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation.
David Makhura Age and Birthday
David was born on February 22, 1968, in Northern Transvaal Province, South Africa. He is currently at the age of 52 years as of 2020, and he always celebrates his birthday on February 22, every year.
David Makhura Height and Weight
David stands at an average height and moderate weight. He appears to be quite tall in stature in his photos, relative to his surroundings, which are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
David Makhura Education and Qualifications
David was involved in student and youth politics between 1984 and 2004, in the Azanian Student Movement, the Congress of South African Students (COSAS), and the South African Youth Congress, where he worked different leadership positions.
As a young student activist, David joined the underground structures of the banned African National Congress (ANC) and the South African Communist Party (SACP) in 1986 and 1987.
During his student years at university, David fought against financial exclusion at tertiary institutions. With pressure from student organizations, like the South Africa Student Congress (SASCO), of which David had been the secretary-general, ensuring that students received funding. David worked a the Provisional secretary of the ANC in Gauteng from 2001 – 2014.
David has a Master of Science, Public Policy and Management from the University of London. He is studying towards a Masters of Philosophy (MPhil) in Futures Studies (energy futures) at the University of Stellenbosch.
David Makhura Parents, Family, and Siblings
After doing our research, details about his parents are not known to the public and it is also not known if he has any siblings, but it is certain that he was born on February 22, 1968, in Buysdrop in the Soutpansberg District of Limpopo. However, we are keeping tabs and will update this information once we get it from a credible source.
David Makhura Wife, Spouse, and Children
David is married to his lovely and better half Mpho Makhura. The couple is blessed with three children. However, we are keeping tabs and will update you once we get any information related to his children.
David Makhura Net Worth and Salary
David is a well-known South African politician who has an estimated Net Worth of $1 Million – $5 Million as of 2019 – 2020, and his previous Net Worth as of 2018 was $100,000 – $1 Million. He acquired his money and wealth via his career as a politician. His salary is still undisclosed but will be updated once we get it from a reliable source.
David Makhura Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about David.
David Makhura Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Manemolla David Makhura
- Popular As: David Makhura
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Politician
- Nationality: South African
- Race / Ethnicity: African
- Religion: Christian
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
David Makhura Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 52 years (2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Date of Birth: February 22, 1968
- Place of Birth: Northern Transvaal Province, South Africa
- Birthday: February 22,
David Makhura Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: Not Known
- Weight: Not Known
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Bald
David Makhura Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Not Known
- Mother: Not Known
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife/Spouse: Married to Mpho Makhura
- Children: three children
David Makhura Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1 Million – $5 Million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Politician
David Makhura House and Cars
- Place of living: To be Updated
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
David Makhura Gauteng Premier
David became the Premier of Gauteng in 2014 after succeeding Nomvula Mokonyane who went on to become a minister in the cabinet of Jacob Zuma. David was the best of the provisional ANC leadership, which had in the past been opposed to President Jacob Zuma’s leadership.
Crime
In 2014 after taking office David said that the people of Gauteng needed to wage war on crime to protect their children while speaking at a meeting in the community of Reiger as part of the government’s Gauteng Township Economy Revitalisation Programme.
David spoke at Reiger Park after the shooting of four-year-old Taegrin Morris who had been killed in a botched hijacking the previous month. In 2016 David said charges against the former head of the Department of Sport, Namhla Siqaza, in a bid to recover more than R800 Million in government tenders that had improperly been awarded.
Health
In 2014 the newly built Natalspruit Hospital was officially opened and was christened as the ”future of Gauteng Health” by David. The Ministre of Health Aaron Motsoaledi, who also attended the opening with David, said that the equipment found inside the hospital was previously only found in private hospitals. The Natalspruit Hospital had cost R 1.7 billion to construct in a period of 8 years and was furnished with 821 beds.
While addressing senior managers, CEOs of Gauteng hospitals, health workers, and professionals at the 2016 Khanyisa Services Excellence Awards. David said that although Gauteng had been the best-performing province in 2015, the province could do better.
A study suggested that 69% of people in Gauteng were satisfied with the provisional healthcare service. David said that it was not good enough and was aiming for an 80% satisfactory level by 2019. David said that the Department of Health in Gauteng would spend more than R 1.2 billion over three years on the modernization of public health and R3 billion on equipment.
Employment
David said that he had plans to grow the economy of the province, which will create employment for thousands of unemployed people in Gauteng.
Revitalization of Townships
David said that the province was working on a concrete plan to revitalize old townships in the province. David said that in order to change Human Settlements in five years the province was planning to build 140 000 houses around Gauteng. All those developments would have major socio-economic benefits with regard to decent employment and economic inclusion.
2019 Re-Election and Second Term
Following the May 2019 elections, the ANC announced that it had retained David in his position of Premier of Gauteng. His second term as premier began on May 22, 2019, after he defeated the Democratic Alliance’s Solly Msimanga for the post.
David Makhura COVID-19
David announced that he had tested positive for COVID-19 on July 10, 2020, becoming the third premier in one week to test positive for the virus.
Recovery
Gauteng Premier David Makhura has recovered from COVID-19 and will resume his official duties following 14 days of self-isolation. Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and his northwest counterpart Job Mokgoro had also tested positive.
Earlier Thursday, David joined a virtual sitting of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature for the tabling of the adjustment budget to enable the province to adequately respond to the pandemic.
Frequently Asked Questions About David Makhura
Who is David Makhura?
David is a South African politician. He is currently working as the 6th, Premier of Gauteng following his election in 2014. He is also working as a Member of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. David is a member of the African National Congress (ANC). He is also the trustee of the board of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation.
How old is David Makhura?
David was born on February 22, 1968, in Northern Transvaal Province, South Africa. He is currently at the age of 52 years as of 2020, and he always celebrates his birthday on February 22, every year.
How tall is David Makhura?
David stands at an average height, he has not shared his height with the public. His height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.
Is David Makhura married?
David is married to his lovely and better half Mpho Makhura. The couple is blessed with three children.
How much is David Makhura worth?
David has an approximate net worth of $1 Million – $5 Million. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the political industry.
Where does David Makhura live?
Because of security reasons, David has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is David Makhura dead or alive?
David is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
David Makhura Social Media Contacts
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