Will the ANC meet Ramaphosa’s 90% vote target in Limpopo?
Despite the ANC's confidence, a political analyst said Ramaphosa's 90% target is too ambitious
The ANC in Limpopo is under pressure to meet President Cyril Ramaphosa's ambitious goal of securing more than 90% of the vote in the upcoming local government elections on 4 November. Ramaphosa, during a visit to Limpopo in March, expressed his expectation that Limpopo should deliver the top numbers for the ANC. Provincial chair Phophi Ramathuba shared Ramaphosa's plea and urged ANC Ward 7 members to vote for the party.
The ANC's provincial spokesperson, Tony Rachoene, acknowledged Ramaphosa's challenge and stated that the party aims to win all wards and municipalities. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and the South African Communist Party (SACP) are also expected to contest the elections, presenting a strong challenge to the ANC. However, independent political analyst Solly Rashilo cautioned that Ramaphosa's target might be too ambitious, given the substantial increase required to reach 90% in the 2024 elections.
Rashilo highlighted the impact of service delivery, local leadership, and community dissatisfaction on the outcome of the elections.
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