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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Steenhuisen was flanked by his allies in the party, including the DA’s KwaZulu-Natal provincial chair and Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson, during his announcement.
“I don’t get forced to do anything,” says Steenhuisen – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2026-02-04
Dean Macpherson is the DA’s KwaZulu-Natal chair and is encouraged to consider contesting for the federal council chair.
Gwarube eyes top DA post – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2026-01-22
Dean Macpherson is the public works and infrastructure minister who decided to strip the KwaZulu-Natal municipality of key tourism assets.
KwaZulu-Natal municipality seething after public works minister strips it of key tourism assets – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-11-26
Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson said the collapse was the result of multiple failures including the use of substandard materials.
South Africa George building collapse that killed 34 was preventable, says minister
United Kingdom· 2025-07-19
Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson has defended the legislation, breaking ranks with his party, the DA.
South Africa's land law explained – and why it so inflames Donald TrumpUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-02
Dean Macpherson, minister of public works, reflects on the role of God in his life and work.
The God Edition | How faith guides South Africa’s politicians – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-04-18
Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson said major progress had been made through intensified intelligence gathering, data tracking and law enforcement operations.
South Africa clamps down on ‘construction mafia’ – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-03-28