Edna Molewa Biography and Wiki
Edna Molewa was a South African politician as well as a member of the African National Congress. She was born in Bela-Bela, South Africa as Bomo Edith Edna Molewa on 23 March 1957 and died on 22 September 2018.
Molewa became the Minister of Water as well as the Environmental Affairs of South Africa on 31 October 2010, as part of a cabinet reshuffle by President Jacob Zuma.
Her Ministry has been divided, and she was appointed Minister of Environmental Affairs on 25 May 2014. She succeeded Buyelwa Sonjica. Before her death, Molewa was studying towards a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Developmental Studies through the University of South Africa.
Edna Molewa Illness and Death
Having returned on 8 September from a state visit to China, where she had contracted a virus, Molewa was hospitalized a few days later. She was placed in an induced coma after failing to respond to medical treatment. After coming out of the coma, Molewa briefly stabilised, but died on 22 September 2018 in Pretoria. She was 61 years old.
Edna Molewa Cause of Death
The late Minister Molewa’s cause of death was Legionnaires’ disease, an extremely acute form of pneumonia. Her’s brother Fana Mmethi in a statement issued on behalf of her family said, “Our sister passed away yesterday, 22 September 2018 following complications of Legionnaires’ disease.”
Edna Molewa Funeral, Obituary
The late South African Minister Edna Molewa’s official funeral held at Tshwane Events Center was graced by President of the Republic of South Africa H.E. Cyril Ramaphosa. The late Molewa was laid to rest at Zandfontein Cemetery. President Ramaphosa described her as a woman of fortitude and professionalism who contributed immensely to the advancement of South Africa.
In attendance were South African Deputy President David Mabuza, former Presidents Jacob Zuma, Thabo Mbeki and Kgalema Motlanthe among other high ranking government officials. CAS Ababu was accompanied by Kenya’s High Commissioner to South Africa Amb. Jean Kamau.
Edna Molewa Age
Molewa died at an age of 61, she was born on 23 March 1957 in Bela-Bela, South Africa, and died on 22 September 2018 in a Pretoria hospital after a period of illness.
Edna Molewa Education
Edna Molewa joined the University of South Africa where she gained her Bachelor of Commerce. Afterward, Molewa followed a Leadership course at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government as well as obtained a Certificate of Economic Leadership Development Programme from the Wharton Business School.
Edna Molewa Family, Parents and Siblings
Molewa was born and raised by her mother Esther Nnana Mmethi alongside his brother Fana Mmethi in Bela-Bela, South Africa. Our efforts to find out more about her family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Molewa’s father is still unclear. Nevertheless, this section will be updated as soon as it is available.
Edna Molewa Husband: Was she married?
Molewa was married to Francis Sethema until he died. The couple had four children. She later got married to Richard Molewa, a business consultant who has two kids from his previous marriage.
Edna Molewa Children, Daughters
Molewa had four children from her relationship with Francis Sethema. She had two daughters Keneilwe Mogosoa and Didi Sethema and two sons Michael Sethema and Basiame Sethema.
Edna Molewa Grandson
Ogone Kitchin is the grandson of the late Minister Edna Molewa. During Molewa funeral, he referred to President Cyril Ramaphosa simply by his first name. Speaking on behalf of Molewa’s grandchildren‚ the tall born-free Kitchin said: “It was crazy coming up here seeing Cyril… yahoo!” This statement saw the hundreds of mourners crack up with laughter. Ramphosa seemingly took it all in good spirits – joking when he took to the stage to deliver the eulogy for the former environmental affairs minister: “When I walked in here it was crazy and scary seeing people like you.”
Edna Molewa Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Edna Molewa.
Edna Molewa Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Bomo Edith Edna Molewa
- Popular As: South African politician as well as a member of the African National Congress.
- Gender: Female
- Occupation / Profession: Politician
- Nationality: South African
- Race / Ethnicity: African
- Religion: Not known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Edna Molewa Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 61 years old of his death
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Date of Birth: 23 March 1957
- Place of Birth: Bela-Bela, South Africa,
Edna Molewa Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: Average
- Weight: Moderate
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
- Shoe Size: To be updated
- Dress Size: Not Available
- Breast Size: Not Available
- Waist Size: Not Available
- Hip Size: Not Available
Edna Molewa Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Not Known
- Mother: Esther Nnana Mmethi
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Fana Mmethi
- Marital Status: Married
- Husband/Spouse: Married to Richard Molewa, Francis Sethema until he died
- Dating / Boyfriend: To be updated
- Children: Sons (Michael Sethema, Basiame Sethema) Daughter(s) (Keneilwe Mogosoa, Didi Sethema)
Edna Molewa Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: Under Review
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Politician as well as a member of the African National Congress
Edna Molewa Political Career
From 1976 to 1990 she was involved in South Africa’s liberation movement. During that time she was a member of various activist and regional economic development organizations. In 1984, she served as a chairperson of the South African Commercial, Catering, and Allied Workers Union and eventually became its deputy president.
In the year 1994, she became the first female Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Trade and Industry. In 1996, she served as a member of the Executive Council on Tourism, Environment, and Conservation.
1998 to 2000 she served as a member of the Executive Council on Economic Development and Tourism. 2000 – 2004 she was a member of the Executive Council on Agriculture, Conservation and Environment Affairs.
On 30 April 2004, she became the first woman Premier of the North West Provincial Government, a post she held until 2009. She was appointed Minister of Social Development and in 2010 she became the Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs after a cabinet reshuffle.
In May 2014 the department was split and Edna Molewa became minister of the new Department of Environmental Affairs. She is also the Head of Communications of the African National congresswomen’s League and has been a member of the organization’s National Executive Council since 2003.
Edna Molewa Membership
- Member of Federation of Transvaal Women.
- 1996 – Present: Board Member of Khululekani Institute for Democracy.
- 1998 – Present: Board Member of Sikelela Umcolo Board.
- 1998 – Present: Board Member of Saccawu Investment Holdings.
- 1992 – 1994: Member of National Labour Economic Institute.
Edna Molewa Awards
- 2003: Best MEC for Agriculture in the country, National Emergent Red-Meat Producers Organization.
- 2003: Department award for Best Performance in the Province, North West Province.
Edna Molewa Contact Details
Cape Town
- Tel: 021 464 1500
- Fax: 021 465 3362
- Email: ceciliag@dsd.gov.za
- Postal Address: Private Bag X9153
- Cape Town
8000 - Street Address: 120 Plein Street
- Floor 15 Room 1518
CAPE TOWN
Western Cape
Pretoria
- Postal Address: Private Bag X 447
Pretoria - Street Address: Environment House
473 Steve Biko and Soutpansberg Road, Arcadia,
Pretoria
Frequently Asked Questions About Edna Molewa
Who is Edna Molewa?
Edna Molewa was a South African politician as well as a member of the African National Congress. She was born in Bela-Bela, South Africa as Bomo Edith Edna Molewa on 23 March 1957 and died on 22 September 2018. Molewa became the Minister of Water as well as the Environmental Affairs of South Africa on 31 October 2010, as part of a cabinet reshuffle by President Jacob Zuma.
How old is Edna Molewa?
Molewa is a South African national born on 23 March 1957 in Bela-Bela, South Africa, and died on 22 September 2018 in a Pretoria hospital after a period of illness.
How tall is Edna Molewa?
Molewa stood an average height, she has not shared her height with the public. Her height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.
Is Edna Molewa married?
Yes, she was married to Francis Sethema until he died. Later she married Richard Molewa.
How much is Edna Molewa worth?
Molewa has not yet revealed her net worth. We will update this section when we get and verify information about the wealth and properties under her name.
Is Edna Molewa dead or alive?
Molewa is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Molewa Now?
Having returned on 8 September from a state visit to China, where she had contracted a virus, Molewa was hospitalised a few days later. She was placed in an induced coma after failing to respond to medical treatment. After coming out of the coma, Molewa briefly stabilised, but died on 22 September 2018 in Pretoria.
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