TOKO DIDIZA FOR GUNNING FOR THE PRESIDENCY-Ramaphosa and Mantashe back Didiza as surprise

TOKO DIDIZA FOR GUNNING FOR THE PRESIDENCY-Ramaphosa and Mantashe back Didiza as surprise

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National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has officially thrown her hat into the ring to succeed ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa, with reports suggesting she has secured backing from Ramaphosa himself and party national chairperson Gwede Mantashe. Didiza, a prominent figure in the ANC, is expected to face tough competition from Deputy President Paul Mashatile and ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula for the top post ¹ ² ³.

Didiza’s candidacy is seen as a surprise move, and her chances of winning are being closely watched. With Ramaphosa’s term ending in 2027, the ANC is gearing up for a fierce leadership battle. Didiza’s experience as a minister and speaker, as well as her anti-apartheid activism, make her a strong contender ² ⁴.

The ANC has discouraged succession talk, focusing instead on winning the 2026 local government elections. However, speculation around Ramaphosa’s successor has been swirling for months, with Didiza emerging as a dark horse candidate

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