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Political maneuvering and election challenges unfold in Cape Town involving Tony Leon, Geordin Hill-Lewis, and John Steenhuisen.
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Updated Jul 18
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What happened
Political maneuvering and election challenges unfold in Cape Town involving Tony Leon, Geordin Hill-Lewis, and John Steenhuisen.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Steenhuisen accused Leon's company of improper influence during a DA federal council meeting in Johannesburg.1 source
- A leadership crisis unfolds as an interim leader is elected, amid company pressure on DA ministers and mayors.Sub-event
Brett Herron is running against Mayor Hill-Lewis, while Steenhuisen expressed discomfort regarding Leon's firm.1 source
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Tony Leon
South African politician
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John Steenhuisen
South African politician
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