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Veteran white politician nicknamed 'grandmother' shakes up Johannesburg mayor race
A veteran white politician, known locally by the nickname 'grandmother', has emerged as a disruptive figure in the race to become Johannesburg's next mayor. Her entry has upended expectations in a contest already closely watched given the city's political and economic weight in South Africa. Details about her party, platform, and chances of winning remain limited.
Why now: Her unexpected prominence in a high-stakes municipal race has drawn fresh attention to Johannesburg politics.
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