Johannesburg's black mayor resigns in race row

One of the most senior politicians in South Africa's opposition party, Democratic Alliance (DA) has resigned his post and quit the party over how it handles race.

"I cannot reconcile myself with people who believe that race is not important in their discussion of inequalities." said Herman Masaba who was mayor for three years.

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(Image: Herman Masaba said his decision was sparked by the re-admission of Helen Zille. Credit: SUNDAY TIMES/GALLO IMAGES)