Panyaza Lesufi

Panyaza Lesufi

politician South Africa

Panyaza Lesufi is the Premier of Gauteng, having assumed office in 2022. He is known for his proactive leadership style, particularly in areas such as education, crime prevention, and economic development. His governance model has influenced various political dynamics within the province, especially in relation to the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
1,517,199
Power
8,953$
Sentiment
5.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
South Africa 4 5.50 2.33% +10% 59,308,690 1,517,199 $350,000 8,953$
Totals 4 59,308,690 1,517,199 $350,000 8,953$
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Recent Mentions

South Africa South Africa: Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi’s office said the provincial government would provide support during the repatriation and funeral process. 7

Mail & Guardian: Tributes pour in for Ekurhuleni MMC Andile Mngwevu who died in Mozambique floods – The Mail & Guardian

South Africa South Africa: Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi confirmed that the driver's professional driving permit had expired. 6

Mail & Guardian: Deadly Vaal ride to school – The Mail & Guardian

South Africa South Africa: Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi travelled to the scene and described it as a 'terrible accident'. 6

Mail & Guardian: Thirteen pupils killed in Vaal scholar transport vehicle crash – The Mail & Guardian

South Africa South Africa: Panyaza Lesufi is the Premier of Gauteng who faced a motion of no confidence that was defended by the MK and EFF. 5

Mail & Guardian: EFF will vote with MK party to remove Thami Ntuli as KZN premier – The Mail & Guardian

South Africa South Africa: Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced he was going to remove informal settlements, and evict the thousands living in them, emphasising that the operation would target undocumented immigrants. 3

Mail & Guardian: Right-wing populism targets migrants – The Mail & Guardian

South Africa South Africa: Gauteng ANC co-convenor Panyaza Lesufi said it was crucial to protect councillors as well as whistleblowers exposing corruption. 7

Mail & Guardian: DA governs the best-run municipalities, Ramaphosa tells ANC councillors – The Mail & Guardian