Appointment of new Presidency Director-General
31 March 2021
President Cyril Ramaphosa has in terms of Section 84 of the Constitution appointed long-serving public sector executive Ms Phindile Baleni as Director-General of The Presidency and Secretary of Cabinet.
In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and South Africa’s pursuit of economic reconstruction and recovery, the appointment of the Director-General is vital to the functioning and impact of The Presidency at the apex of the system of government.
The Presidency coordinates the development and implementation of government policy and engages in partnerships with all sectors of society and international stakeholders in pursuit of South Africa’s development objectives.
As part of The Presidency, the Cabinet Office provides strategic and policy support to Cabinet. It implements administrative systems and processes to ensure the overall optimal functioning of Cabinet and its committees. It also facilitates the decision-making processes of the Cabinet and its Committees.