Mantashe keeps petroleum but loses energy as South Africa's coalition government unveils cabinet

Gwede Mantashe will head up the newly created Ministry of Mines & Petroleum.

Gwede Mantashe is chosen as South Africa's Minister of Mines & Petroleum. — Gwede Mantashe is chosen as South Africa's Minister of Mines & Petroleum.Photo: REUTERS/SCANPIX

Iain Esau

Africa CorrespondentLondon

Published 1 July 2024, 10:47Updated 1 July 2024, 13:17

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