Yehoshua Matza

Joshua Matza

Yehoshua Matza (Hebrew: יהושע מצא

born 8 August 1937) is an Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset for the Likud party between 1984 and 2002. He also held the position of Minister of Health from 1996 to 1999.

Early Life and Education

Yehoshua Matza was born in Jerusalem during the period of the British Mandate. Details about his early education and professional background are not widely documented.

Political Career

Matza began his political career as a member of the Likud party. He was first elected to the Knesset in 1984 and served continuously until 2002. During his tenure, he was involved in various legislative activities and held several key positions.

Minister of Health

In 1996, Matza was appointed as the Minister of Health under the government of Benjamin Netanyahu. He served in this role until 1999. During his term, he was responsible for overseeing the healthcare system in Israel and implementing various health policies.

Later Life

After retiring from active politics in 2002, Matza's subsequent activities are not well-documented.

Legacy

Yehoshua Matza is remembered for his contributions to Israeli politics, particularly in the field of healthcare during his tenure as Minister of Health.

See Also

• Likud
• Knesset
• Minister of Health (Israel)
• Benjamin Netanyahu

External Links

• [Link to Knesset profile]