JOHANNESBURG - The African National Congress has banned early leadership campaigns ahead of the 2027 Conference.
The party says such campaigns only divide members.
Recently supporters of mining tycoon Patrice Motsepe launched a website promoting him as a potential ANC presidential candidate.
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This is despite Motsepe denying any interest in running.
The party’s next leadership conference in 2027 will elect a new president and senior officials.