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Political tactic: Some DA leaders say that while DA leader John Steenhuisen remains the party’s preferred candidate, there was a faction seeking to remove him from power. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy
DA CONGRESS

Inquiry delay could suggest DA plot

But Zille has rejected claims that she’s attempting to hurt Steenhuisen’s bid for third term

  • Mandisa Makgakga
7 min read
DA leader John Steenhuisen. (Darren Stewart/Gallo Images)
2026 ELECTIVE CONGRESS

Steenhuisen ‘not worried’ about DA leadership challenges, says congress is a year away

The Democratic Alliance leader said speculation he is facing a leadership challenge ahead of the 2026 elective congress is a ‘fantasy’ aimed at sowing division

  • Mandisa Makgakga
6 min read
MANDY ROSSOUW

Don’t forget the prenup

Like romantic relationships, coalitions between opposition political parties come with baggage.

  • Mandy Rossouw
3 min read