In conversation with special edition host Kgothatso Madisa from his home, Lamola focuses on his life before politics and what he can offer should he pin down the position. 

The ruling party is expected to hold its national elective conference next month, at which its new top six leaders will be elected. Nominations close on Monday.

The justice and correctional services minister says Cyril Ramaphosa should return as president as he has rebuilt SOEs and laid a foundation for the ANC's renewal.