A veteran politician in his 70s is challenging the African National Congress’s dominance in South Africa’s biggest city, leveraging social media to connect with voters frustrated by declining party loyalty. His campaign reflects growing disillusionment with the ruling party, which has held power for decades, as opposition movements gain traction. With a mix of grassroots energy and digital outreach, the candidate is reshaping the political landscape in a key urban center. The race could signal shifting voter priorities ahead of broader elections.
A social-media-savvy septuagenarian is leading the race for mayor of South Africa’s largest city, speaking to a broader decline in loyalty toward the long-ruling African National Congress.
