ANC55 LIVE UPDATES: Ramaphosa beats Mkhize in ANC presidency race
The results of the ANC's top 7 are expected to be announced on Monday morning.
ANC delegate chant freedom songs during the ANC’s 55th national elective conference at Nasrec, Johannesburg, 17 December 20022. Picture: Nigel Sibanda
There is still no clear picture on Monday morning on who will emerge victorious in the ANC’s leadership race.
Some delegates seem to still be undecided between incumbent Cyril Ramaphosa and former health minister Zweli Mkhize. The two politicians are vying for the position of president.
The flip-flopping of certain provinces is causing confusion among delegates. Limpopo, Eastern Cape and Gauteng are rumoured to be switching their allegiances to Mkhize. The former health minister, however, still has the Digital Vibes matter hanging over his head.
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One of the main developments from Sunday was that Mzwandile Masina announcing he was withdrawing from the treasurer-general race. He said he would support Pule Mabe for the position.
The voting process went slowly on Sunday, with Gauteng delegates still expected to vote late in the night.
The results of the ANC‘s top 7 are expected to be announced on Monday morning.
Live updates
Over the next few days, The Citizen will be keeping readers up to date with the latest news on the conference.
Live updates can be found below:
