Edna Molewa
South African politician and environmentalist
Born
1957
68 years ago
Died
September 22nd, 2018
6 years ago — 61 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
South Africa
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Served as South African Minister of Environmental Affairs from 2014 to 2018. Contributed to environmental policy development and played a significant role in sustainable development initiatives. Prioritized wildlife conservation and climate change issues during tenure. Was also active in provincial politics, particularly in the North West province.
Implemented policies for wildlife conservation
Advocated for climate change strategies
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