Former DA federal council chair James Selfe passes away after lengthy illness

JOHANNESBURG - The Democratic Alliance (DA)'s former federal council chairperson, James Selfe, has died following a lengthy illness. 

It's understood that he died on Tuesday afternoon, surrounded by his family. 
 
The 68-year-old served in the party for almost two decades before stepping down in 2019 over poor health. 
 
Selfe worked under several leaders in the party, including Tony Leon, Helen Zille and Mmusi Maimane. 

He is survived by his wife and three daughters.