Since 1979, active in student politics. 1990, organized the first ever strike in the financial industry under the banner of SACCAWU. 1990-95, shop steward and led a negotiation team for better working conditions. 1997-2000, ANC Regional Secretary of Ukhahlamba Region. Since 1999, Member of Parliament. 2008-14, Deputy Minister of Finance. Since 2014, Minister of Finance of the Republic of South Africa. Chairperson, Public Investment Corporation.