The IFP is gearing up for its upcoming elective conferences, with all attention focused on selecting the next party leader. Incumbent Velenkosini Hlabisa is set to face off against KwaZulu-Natal premier Thami Ntuli for the top position.
Hlabisa’s recent appointment as a minister in President Cyril Ramaphosa’s cabinet and Ntuli’s success in leading a coalition in KwaZulu-Natal have added intrigue to the leadership contest. The party’s recent electoral gains have positioned them as key players in the government of national unity.
Despite delays caused by the recent general election campaign, preparations for the conference are underway. The party is focused on strengthening its structures and mobilisation efforts, with plans in place for upcoming local government elections and strategic reviews of service delivery in IFP-governed municipalities.
The IFP’s improved electoral performance and increased participation in government have set the stage for a dynamic and transformative leadership race within the party.
Source: TimesLIVE