The Democratic Alliance (DA) is gearing up for its elective conference, and the party’s leadership battle is heating up. Federal chairperson Helen Zille is understood to favour Geordin Hill-Lewis’ candidacy, fuelling perceptions that the race reflected a continuity bloc seeking to maintain the party’s current trajectory.
The DA’s elective conference is scheduled to take place in 2023, and the party is expected to elect a new leader to replace John Steenhuisen. The conference will be a crucial moment for the party, as it will determine the direction of the DA for the next few years.
DA Leadership Contest
The contest for the DA leadership is expected to be highly competitive, with several candidates vying for the top spot. Geordin Hill-Lewis, who is currently the mayor of Cape Town, is seen as one of the front-runners in the race. His candidacy has been endorsed by Helen Zille, who has been a dominant figure in the DA for many years.
According to the Democratic Alliance’s official website, the party’s elective conference will be a key moment in its history. The conference will bring together delegates from all over the country to discuss the party’s policies and elect new leaders.
Key Issues at Stake
There are several key issues at stake in the DA’s leadership battle. One of the main issues is the party’s stance on racial integration and diversity. The party has been accused of being too white and too liberal, and some candidates have promised to increase diversity and inclusion within the party.
Another key issue is the party’s economic policies. The DA has traditionally been seen as a pro-business party, but some candidates have promised to take a more interventionist approach to the economy. This has sparked debate within the party, with some members arguing that the DA should focus on creating jobs and stimulating economic growth.
Here are some of the key things to watch in the DA’s leadership battle:
- The role of Helen Zille in the campaign
- The policies and promises of the different candidates
- The impact of the leadership battle on the party’s diversity and inclusion
- The reaction of the party’s members and supporters to the new leader
