South Africa's Upcoming General Election: A Battle for the Presidency

Who Will Lead South Africa?

South Africa's upcoming general election on May 29th will be its most closely contested in three decades. Amidst a challenging economic landscape and ongoing social issues, voters will have a pivotal choice to make in determining the country's future.

Key Candidates and Contenders

The election will feature a range of candidates vying for the presidency. Incumbent President Cyril Ramaphosa seeks to retain his position, leading the African National Congress (ANC).

Other contenders include Julius Malema of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Mmusi Maimane of the Democratic Alliance (DA), and John Steenhuisen of the official opposition Democratic Alliance (DA).