List of chief ministers of KwaNdebele explained

This is a list of executive leaders of the former bantustan of KwaNdebele in South Africa. Dates in italics indicate de facto continuation of office.

Chief executive councillors: 1977–1981

From October 1977 to 30 September 1979, the territory was known as the Ndebele Territorial Authority. On 1 October 1979, it was officially established as a homeland with a legislative assembly under the new name KwaNdebele. Simon Skosana remained in office as Chief Executive Councillor until 1 April 1981, when KwaNdebele was granted self-governing status and Skosana was appointed to the new position of Chief Minister of KwaNdebele.

Chief ministers: 1981–1994

NameTerm
Simon Skosana1 April 198117 November 1986
Klaas Mtshiweni (acting)17 November 198627 November 1986
George Majozi Mahlangu27 November 19863 February 1989
Jonas Masana Mabena3 February 198930 April 1990
James Mahlangu30 April 199026 April 1994
KwaNdebele re-integrated into South Africa on 27 April 1994.

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