On 26 June 2020, she was appointed MEC for Social Development.[4] She assumed the position on the same day and succeeded Martha Bartlett, who was sworn in as a Delegate of the National Council of Provinces. Nomandla Bloem took over as MEC for Transport and Safety Liaison.[4]
Following the 2024 provincial election, Vilakazi was appointed by Saul to lead the newly-amalgamated Social Development, Youth, Women, People living with Disabilities, Sports, Arts, and Culture portfolio.[5]
References
^"Northern Cape Premier Saul announces new cabinet". The Citizen. 29 May 2019. Retrieved 17 September 2020. Provincial African National Congress Women's League secretary Nontobeko Vilakasi was appointed MEC for transport and safety liason [sic]