Nokuthula Matsikenyere

Nokuthula Matsikenyere is a Zimbabwean politician and member of the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front party.

Background

Early life

Nokuthula Matsikenyere was born on August 12, 1968, in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. She grew up in a family of politicians. Her father was a prominent ZANU-PF member.

Education

Matsikenyere attended the University of Zimbabwe, where she earned a bachelor's degree in political science.

Political career

Matsikenyere's political career began in 2000, when she was elected to the Zimbabwean Parliament as a member of the ZANU-PF party. In 2005, she was appointed Minister of Women's Affairs, Gender, and Community Development, a position she held until 2010.
In 2013, Matsikenyere was re-elected to Parliament and served as the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Women's Affairs, Gender, and Community Development. She has also held various leadership positions within the ZANU-PF party, including serving as the Secretary for Women's Affairs.

Allegations

Matsikenyere has faced allegations of corruption related to her political activities and management of government funds. In 2019, she was accused of embezzling funds intended for women's empowerment programs. She denied any wrongdoing and was not charged.