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Phelekezela Mphoko

Zimbabwean diplomat

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Phelekezela Mphoko was a Zimbabwean politician, diplomat, businessman and military commander who served as Second Vice-President of Zimbabwe from 2014 until 2017, as well as Zimbabwe's ambassador to Russia, Botswana and South Africa. Legally, Mphoko was the acting President of Zimbabwe from 21 to 24 November 2017, however, as he was not in the country at the time, his official standing on this is unclear. Mphoko's term as vice-president was ended by President Emmerson Mnangagwa following the dissolution of the cabinet on 27 November 2017.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Bubi District wd
Died
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Place of death
Bulawayo wd
Citizenship
Zimbabwe wd
Occupation
politician, diplomat, minister wd
Political party
Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Zimbabwe (21 November 2017 – 24 November 2017)
  • Second Vice President of Zimbabwe (12 December 2014 – 27 November 2017)
  • ambassador of Zimbabwe to South Africa (2011–2014)

Questions

When was Phelekezela Mphoko born?
Phelekezela Mphoko was born on 11 June 1940 in Bubi District.
What positions has Phelekezela Mphoko held?
Positions held by Phelekezela Mphoko include: President of Zimbabwe (2017–2017); Second Vice President of Zimbabwe (2014–2017); ambassador of Zimbabwe to South Africa (2011–2014).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Phelekezela Mphoko · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q7181212 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Phelekezela Mphoko around 2014 (cropped).jpg by Voice of America (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 5 November 2026

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