Summary
Geordin Hill-Lewis has become the leader of South Africa's Democratic Alliance (DA) and aims to increase the party's appeal beyond its traditional support base, which is mostly white and racially diverse minorities. Hill-Lewis plans to focus on gaining the trust of South Africa's black majority, who make up about 80% of the population, by addressing racial divides and promoting a more diverse leadership team within the party.
Key Facts
- Geordin Hill-Lewis is the new leader of South Africa's Democratic Alliance (DA).
- The DA is South Africa's second-largest political party.
- Hill-Lewis wants to expand the DA's appeal beyond its mainly white support base.
- South Africa's population is about 80% black people.
- The DA's share of votes has been around 20% since 2014.
- The African National Congress's support dropped below 50% in the 2024 election.
- Hill-Lewis's leadership includes more racially diverse members.
- He aims to build trust among black South Africans and opposes the ANC's Black Economic Empowerment policy.
