ANC deputy president Cyril Ramaphosa’s choice of running mate has received mixed reviews. Political pundits have peddled the idea that this decision isn’t expedient, that Naledi Pandor won’t excite the base of the CR2017 campaign, that she doesn’t bring anything to the party. But perhaps polished political expediency isn’t what we should be looking for in a presidential candidate? Should the deputy president find himself occupying the highest office in the land, the task of putting SA back on the right track will require a team of qualified and experienced leaders. In addition, attracting international investment and restoring the private sector’s faith in our political leadership will be vital. Ramaphosa not only has to win the ANC leadership, but a general election too. This will require a radical rebranding of the ANC. Pandor has on numerous occasions put down opposition parties with a sharp intellect and skilful debate. She has done so without falling back on the cheap chirps an...
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