The billionaire mining magnate and CAF president told shareholders in Johannesburg that reports of his 2027 ANC presidential run are false and unfounded. He dismissed the ‘PM27 Savumelana’ campaign, which has set up a website, offices, and provincial teams pushing themes of unity ahead of the ANC’s elective conference.
The ANC has banned early lobbying as divisive, with leaders urging focus on governance and upcoming elections, while Motsepe stays committed to his business and philanthropy.