Minister of Basic Education

The Minister of Basic Education is a Minister in the Cabinet of South Africa, with the responsibility of overseeing the Department of Basic Education, which is responsible for primary and secondary education. Before 10 May 2009 the portfolio formed part of the Ministry of Education, with responsibility for both basic education and higher education, the latter now being the responsibility of the Minister of Higher Education and Training.

South Africa
Minister of Basic Education
Incumbent
Angie Motshekga
since 11 May 2009
Department of Basic Education
StyleThe Honourable
AppointerCyril Ramaphosa
Inaugural holderAngie Motshekga
Formation11 May 2009
DeputyEnver Surty
SalaryR2,211,937
WebsiteDepartment of Basic Education
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