Senghor emerges as strong challenger to SA's Motsepe

28 February 2021 - 00:00 By sazi hadebe

The last man to put his name in the ring to enter what is now a hotly contested Confederation of African Football (Caf) presidential election, Augustin Senghor of Senegal, is viewed as a serious challenger to SA's Patrice Motsepe, 58, whose backers have claimed they have "35 to 40" guaranteed votes of the 54 voting members for their man...

There’s never been a more important time to support independent media.

From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you.

For just R80 you can become a premium member (digital access) and support a publication that has played an important political and social role in South Africa for over a century of Sundays. You can cancel anytime.

Already subscribed? Sign in below.



Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@timeslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.

Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.

Speech Bubbles

Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.