Dean Macpherson
Dean Macpherson is the South African Minister of Public Works, known for his efforts to combat corruption and enhance accountability within the construction industry. Recently, he has been at the forefront of a nationwide initiative to clamp down on the 'construction mafia', a term used to describe criminal syndicates that extort money from legitimate construction projects. Under his leadership, significant progress has been reported, including the investigation of over 700 extortion cases and the arrest of numerous suspects. Macpherson advocates for reforms in procurement regulations and emphasizes the importance of restoring public trust in governmental operations related to infrastructure development.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 28,949 | $2,700,000 | 1,151$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 28,949 | $2,700,000 | 1,151$ |
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Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson has defended the legislation, breaking ranks with his party, the DA.
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South Africa:
Dean Macpherson, minister of public works, reflects on the role of God in his life and work.
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South Africa:
Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson said major progress had been made through intensified intelligence gathering, data tracking and law enforcement operations.
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