South Africa's Democratic Alliance, the second-largest party in the fragile coalition government, on Wednesday demoted former leader John Steenhuisen from the cabinet months before local elections
Main opposition Democratic Alliance (DA) party leader John Steenhuisen waves to supporters in Pretoria, South Africa, on Feb. 17, 2024
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The surprise move may threaten the stability of the coalition government of which the DA is a key partner.
John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.
New DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has decided to strip John Steenhuisen of the agriculture portfolio, offering him a far smaller…
Former DA leader John Steenhuisen breaks his silence, revealing his deep disappointment over his demotion by Geordin Hill-Lewis.
The changes, confirmed in official letters dated June 30, come after DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis submitted a proposal calling…
Former DA leader John Steenhuisen breaks his silence, revealing his deep disappointment over his demotion by Geordin Hill-Lewis.
Farmers rejoice as Steenhuisen is demoted from agriculture role to deputy minister
