Baleka Mbete

ModernPoliticianSouth Africa1949 — ?

South African parliament speaker and ANC chair.

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Quick Facts

Born

1949

Country

South Africa

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)28

Political (20%)55

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)47

Leadership (15%)68

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score51.4

Baleka Mbete — Complete Timeline

1999 AD

Elected Deputy Speaker of the National AssemblyPolitical Action

Mbete was elected Deputy Speaker of the South African National Assembly. She served in this role until 2004, presiding over parliamentary proceedings and assisting the Speaker.

South African ParliamentLegislature

Impact: national

2004 AD

Elected Speaker of the National AssemblyPolitical Action◆ Major

Mbete was elected Speaker of the South African National Assembly, a position she held until 2008. She presided over the house, ensuring parliamentary rules were followed and representing the legislature.

South African ParliamentLegislature

Impact: national

2007 AD

Elected Chairperson of the African National Congress (ANC)Political Action◆ Major

Mbete was elected National Chairperson of the ANC at the party's 52nd National Conference in Polokwane. She became the highest-ranking woman in the ANC's leadership structure, serving under President Jacob Zuma.

ANCParty PoliticsWomen in Politics

Impact: national

2014 AD

Re-elected Speaker of the National AssemblyPolitical Action◆ Major

Mbete was re-elected as Speaker of the National Assembly after the 2014 general elections. She served until 2019, presiding over a period of intense political debate and controversy, including motions of no confidence against President Jacob Zuma.

South African ParliamentLegislaturePolitical Crisis

Impact: national