By Marcus Moloko
The ANC in Johannesburg has elected Loyiso Masuku as its regional chairperson, making her the first woman to lead the party in the city.
Masuku, who also serves as the MMC for finance in the City of Johannesburg, secured victory in a tightly contested race against outgoing chairperson Dada Morero at the ANC’s 16th Regional Elective Conference at the CedarWoods Hotel in Sandton.
Her win over Morero — who had led the region for the past three years — marks a significant shift in direction for the ANC in Johannesburg.
A total of 334 ballots were cast in the contest. Masuku received 184 votes, while Morero garnered 149, with one spoiled ballot.
Masuku’s newly elected leadership collective includes Masilo Serekele as deputy chairperson, Sasabona Manganye as secretary, Lerato K. Bob as deputy secretary and Maxwell Nedzamba as treasurer.
Her leadership will now be closely watched as the
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