ANC’s revised mayoral candidate selection process could pave way for veterans’ return
The ANC is revising its mayoral candidate selection process for the local government elections, potentially allowing veteran party members to return. The new process gives national officials the final say in candidate selection, stripping regional power brokers of their veto power.
The ANC is overhauling its mayoral candidate selection process for this year's local government elections. National officials will now conduct interviews and make the final call on candidates, departing from the previous system where provincial and regional structures dominated. The selected candidates will be measured against the minimum requirements set by the ANC's national executive committee. The new model strips regional power brokers of their ability to block candidates. The party is expected to finalize its mayoral candidates in June. The revised process aims to limit manipulation and is designed to bring back experienced party veterans.
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