By Johnathan Paoli
The race for the Democratic Alliance’s new leadership entered its final phase on Sunday, with voting concluded on day two of the party’s Federal Congress.
After months of campaigning, internal debate and lobbying across provincial structures, roughly 2,000 delegates cast their ballots to determine the party’s direction ahead of the next local government elections.
The atmosphere at the Gallagher Convention Centre shifted markedly from Saturday’s speeches and displays of unity, with tension and anticipation dominating proceedings as candidates and their supporters made final pushes before voting.
Geordin Hill-Lewis is widely seen as the frontrunner to succeed outgoing leader John Steenhuisen, facing a challenge from Sibusiso Dyonase.
Among early arrivals were Solly Malatsi, contesting for federal deputy chairperson, and Solly Msimanga, locked in a closely watched race for federal chairperson against incumbent Ivan Meyer.
Presiding officer Werner Horn said the voting process was expected to run smoothly, outlining
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