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Succession: Anatomy of the ANC’s presidential race

Date Uploaded: March 18 2026 10:16


Cyril Ramaphosa’s second term as ANC president ends in December 2027. Historically, the election of the ANC president was the single most important political event watched at home and abroad to determine the country’s prospects. This comment explains the state of play in ANC succession politics and why the race for the party presidency could mark a significant shift from established practice within the party, driven by electoral concerns.