Hernus Kriel
Hermanus Jacobus Kriel | |
|---|---|
| Premier of the Western Cape | |
| In office 1994–1998 | |
| Succeeded by | Gerald Morkel |
| Minister of Law and Order | |
| In office 1991–1994 | |
| Preceded by | Adriaan Vlok |
| Succeeded by | Sidney Mufamadi |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 14 November 1941 Kakamas, Northern Cape |
| Political party | National Party |
| Alma mater | University of Stellenbosch |
Hermanus Jacobus Kriel (born 14 November 1941, Kakamas, Northern Cape[1][2]) was the first Premier of the Western Cape province. He previously served as the Minister of Law and Order in the South African government under Frederik Willem de Klerk.[3]
Kriel served as premier from May 11, 1994 to May 11, 1998 as a member of the National Party. He became known for having questioned the objectivity of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission[4] and for having advocated for the return of the death penalty.
He is married to Anna-Mari (née Jooste).
References
- ^ Hayes, S.V (ed) (1992). Who's Who of Southern Africa. Who's Who of Southern Africa C.C. p. 465. ISBN 0-620-15974-X.
{{cite book}}:|author=has generic name (help) - ^ "O Malley Archives". Retrieved January 29, 2013.
- ^ "Premiers on the provincial thrones". Mail & Guardian. 13 May 1994.
- ^ "TUTU REBUKES DE KLERK AND KRIEL FOR CRITICISING THE TRC'S OBJECTIVITY". South African Press Association. 4 November 1996.