Biography
Joel Netshitenzhe is a veteran South African politician born in Sibasa, Venda.
He is in charge of the Advisory Board on Policy and Coordination.
In December 2009, he announced his resignation.
The veteran politician has held various senior political positions since the Nelson Mandela administration.
He is a formidable force in South African politics.
South African politician
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| Full name: | Joel Netshitenzhe |
| Born: | The 1970s |
| Year old: | 40-50 years old |
| Place of birth: | Sibasa, Venda, South Africa |
| Party: | African National Congress |
| Nationality: | South Africa |
| Parents: | Do not have |
| The children: | Do not have |
| Height: | Do not have |
| Siblings: | Takalani Netshitenzhe |
| Spouse • Wife: | Married |
| Job: | Politician • Strategist |
| Net worth: | $5,000,000 – $10,000,000 |
Early life
Joel Netshitenzhe was born in the early 1970s in South Africa.
He was born and raised in the town of Sibasa in the Venda region of South Africa.
He was a victim of Apartheid and participated in many protests against discrimination against black people in South Africa.
Nelson Mandela was greatly influenced by Joel Netshitenzhe. He joined the African National Congress in 1992.
Education
Joel Netshitenzhe began and completed his primary and secondary education in Venda, South Africa. He then attended Rhodes University in South Africa to obtain a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.
Joel Netshitenzhe has a master’s degree in financial economics and a postgraduate certificate in principles of economics. He received these certificates from the University of London.
Joel Netshitenzhe also holds a degree in political science from the Moscow Institute of Social Sciences in Russia.
Career
Joel Netshitenzhe is CEO and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of MISTRA, a research institute focused on the country’s strategic challenges.
Mr. Joel Netshitenzhe is a member of the National Executive Committee of the African National Congress and the National Planning Commission. Joel is also a member of the Board of Directors of Nedbank Group. He also serves on the Board of Directors of Life Healthcare Group and CEEF.
Joel Netshitenzhe became the Executive Director of Government Information and Communications Systems in 1998. Prior to his current position, he was the Head of Communications under former President Nelson Mandela.
Mr. Joel Netshitenzhe was appointed to the role of Head of the Policy Coordination and Advisory Services (PCAS) in 2001. Joel Netshitenzhe previously served as the country’s Director of the Government Information and Communications System. He headed the GCIS for eight years (1998-2006).
Joel Netshitenzhe was a key political adviser to former South African President Thabo Mbeki.
Personal life
Joel Netshitenzhe is happily married and has children. He stated this in an interview. However, the politician has refused to reveal the identities of his wife and children to the public. He asserts that he is not willing to expose his family to the dangers that come with fame and popularity.
Because of his close working relationship with Thabo Mbeki, Joel Netshitenzhe was once considered a potential presidential candidate in the country’s upcoming elections. However, when Thabo Mbeki’s rival Jacob Zuma was elected president of the ruling African National Congress in December 2007, Joel Netshitenzhe’s chances seemed to be fading.
However, he retained his seat on the party’s powerful National Executive Committee, where he served on subcommittees on economic development and political education.
Joel Netshitenzhe is an avid fan and supporter of sports and athletics.
Social media
Joel Netshitenzhe is not active on social media.
Net worth
Famous South African politician, Joel Netshitenzhe has an estimated net worth of $5,000,000 to $10,000,000.
