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DA-support drops but leader Mmusi Maimane says party maintained centre ground

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PRETORIA — The Democratic Alliance was hoping to increase its support from the 22% they managed in 2014, but all indications are that they are not going to be able to replicate their previous national performance. The party's leader Mmusi Maimane said at the IEC centre that he is proud that his party managed to retain the centre ground. There are rumours that his leadership may be challenged due to the lack in growth in support for the party. - Linda van Tilburg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 May 2019 9AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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