Once compelled to play the role of democratic statesman by the proximity of his political godfather, the longtime incumbent is now free to say and do as he pleases on the campaign trail.
Once compelled to play the role of democratic statesman by the proximity of his political godfather, the longtime incumbent is now free to say and do as he pleases on the campaign trail.
His death leaves South Africa’s ruling politicians to do as they please in his name, which is either a great opportunity for reform or a disaster waiting to happen.
Millions in fees feed the narrative that the party of Nelson Mandela is out of touch and could suffer an historic realignment next year.
The businesswoman’s challenge to the party of Nelson Mandela could be boosted — or sabotaged — by the left-wing Economic Freedom Fighters.
Challenged from the left and the center, the party of Mandela is showing its first signs of panic ahead of elections next year with goofy threats about the return of colonial overlords.
Businesswoman-turned-pol looks to build biracial coalition as she takes on the political establishment ahead of elections next year.