Archive · 3 Jul 2025
Former South African Deputy President David Mabuza Dies
David Mabuza, who used to be the second-in-command in South Africa, has passed away.
He was Deputy President from 2018 to 2023.
Mabuza helped Cyril Ramaphosa become the leader of the African National Congress.
Before being deputy president, he was the leader of Mpumalanga province and a schoolteacher.
There were accusations against him, but he denied them.
He also mentioned that he believed he was poisoned and went to Russia for treatment.
David Mabuza, former South African Deputy President, has died.
Mabuza served as Deputy President from 2018 to 2023.
He played a key role in Cyril Ramaphosa's 2017 ANC leadership bid.
Details on the cause of death were not immediately available.
Mabuza faced allegations of irregular tenders and links to political killings.
- Who
- David Mabuza, former Deputy President
- What
- Former South African Deputy President David Mabuza died.
- When
- Announced on Thursday, no specific date.
- Where
- South Africa
- Why
- Not explicitly stated in the articles.
- Position
- Former Deputy President of South Africa
- Years in Office
- 2018-2023
- Key Role
- Supported Cyril Ramaphosa's leadership bid in 2017
- Previous Role
- Premier of Mpumalanga province
- Allegations
- Irregular tenders, links to political killings