Zille Urges DA Members to Reject Extremes at Party Congress
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- •Helen Zille made her call at the DA congress held in April 2026.
- •The DA plans to expand its support base in rural South Africa as part of its 2026 election strategy.
- •The party views the 2026 municipal elections as critical for building momentum toward the 2029 national elections.
- •Outgoing DA leader John Steenhuisen announced he is leaving the party intact after his tenure.
- •Internal leadership races are ongoing within the DA to determine future direction and strategy.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the DA successfully unites its members around Zille's call to reject political extremes the party could strengthen its appeal to moderate voters, increasing its chances to win key municipalities in 2026 and challenge the ANC by 2029.
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