Patrice Motsepe endorses Lesufi for ANC presidency, shaking up 2027 race

Did Patrice Motsepe just pick Panyaza Lesufi as Ramaphosa's successor?

Billionaire Patrice Motsepe has seemingly endorsed Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi to become President Cyril Ramaphosa’s successor. The mining mogul, ranked number 10 on Forbes’ list of the richest people in Africa, told guests at a SA National Editors’ Forum fundraising dinner last week that being president is a “calling” and does not require personal wealth. MOTSEPE SAYS BEING PRESIDENT IS A ‘CALLING’ Motsepe, known hold influence within the Af…

Patrice Motsepe endorses Lesufi for ANC presidency, shaking up 2027 race

South African billionaire drops Panyaza Lesufi hint for ANC top job

Billionaire Patrice Motsepe may have just subtly thrown his weight behind Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi for the ANC presidency, praising the provincial leader’s commitment as political speculation heats up ahead of the party’s 2027 national conference. This unexpected move comes despite Motsepe previously insisting he is “not mad” enough to enter the political fray himself, having dismissed rumours that he might replace ANC president Cyril Rama…

'Not that one': Billionaire Motsepe rejects presidency talk

Business magnate Patrice Motsepe has dismissed long-standing rumours that he plans to replace his brother-in-law, President Cyril Ramaphosa, as ANC leader. Speaking at the SANEF Annual Fundraiser Gala on Saturday, Motsepe said he has no political ambitions, despite past calls from some ANC branches – including one in Limpopo – to nominate him for the party’s presidency. Motsepe reaffirmed his loyalty to the ‘Mandela party’ (ANC) but stressed tha…