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Opposition’s secret weapon? Meet ISANCO’s Zukile Luyenge, activist leader of ‘gatvol’ rural communities

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ISANCO is perhaps the lowest profile of the seven political parties joining together in the Multi Party Charter of SA, but potentially it is one of the most potent. Deeply embedded within communities, the newly formed party scooped 14 councillor seats after only a few months of campaigning ahead of the November 2021 Local elections. It performed creditably in two subsequent by-elections (4-5% of the vote) suggesting ISANCO may prove an unexpected trump card for the Opposition Coalition in the 2024 National Election. Leader Dr Zukile Luyenge is confident he’s part of 2024's winning team - and in this interview, explains why. - Alec Hogg
23 Aug 2023 6AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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