It doesn't take much to become a "rising star" in the current South African Political landscape.  Anyone performing the duties of their office with moral fortitude, dedication, and focus on the plight of the nation would shine like phosphorus on water.  The ANC has  proved to be nothing more than a  bunch of geriatric thieves.  Ironically, one thing that democracy does well, is deliver a government the people deserve. Fresh, young political cream will only rise to the top when  pushed by the constituents to do so.  We suffer with political sycophants because that is still the choice of the people.