Lindiwe Sisulu vs Mizengo Pinda

Sisulu was appointed South Africa's Minister of Housing by President Thabo Mbeki. She oversaw the delivery of millions of subsidized houses to low-income families, a key part of the government's post-apartheid reconstruction program.

Sisulu was appointed Minister of Defence and Military Veterans by President Jacob Zuma. She oversaw the South African National Defence Force, including its involvement in peacekeeping missions in Africa and the integration of former liberation army members.

Sisulu was appointed Minister of Human Settlements, a renamed portfolio continuing her earlier housing work. She focused on upgrading informal settlements and providing affordable housing, though the department faced challenges with delivery and corruption.

Sisulu was appointed to this portfolio by President Cyril Ramaphosa. She oversaw higher education institutions and science policy, including addressing student funding and university transformation issues.

Mizengo Pinda was appointed Prime Minister by President Jakaya Kikwete following Edward Lowassa's resignation. He served from 2008 to 2015, overseeing government operations and policy implementation.

Pinda's government initiated a constitutional reform process aimed at drafting a new constitution for Tanzania. The process involved public consultations and a constituent assembly, but ultimately stalled and was not completed by the end of his term.

Pinda's tenure as Prime Minister ended after the 2015 general election, which was won by John Magufuli. He was succeeded by Kassim Majaliwa, marking a routine transition of power.