The party, which has in the past been criticised as representing white interests, had a mix of black and white supporters at its manifesto launch, but mostly black. (Greg Nicolson)

A DA supporter yells from the stands at Rand Stadium in Johannesburg at the party’s manifesto launch. (Greg Nicolson)

A man wearing an Umkonto we Sizwe Veterans Association uniform, an organisation which is linked to and supports the ANC, holds a DA placard at the party’s manifesto launch on Saturday. (Greg Nicolson)

The DA’s manifesto launch at times had the feel of a concert and a crowd favourite was rapper Riky Rick. (Greg Nicolson)

Young DA supporters watch as party leaders and mayoral candidates deliver speeches. (Greg Nicolson)

The DA had its regalia throughout the stadium, with South African flags posted in some areas. (Greg Nicolson)

DA supporters mock President Jacob Zuma, holding their hands like shower heads while they sing. (Greg Nicolson)

The DA’s event was well attended but towards the end some supporters appeared tired. (Greg Nicolson)

DA leader Mmusi Maimane’s speech flutters on stage in front of the teleprompter after it blew off his podium. (Greg Nicolson)

Towards the end of the DA event, some supporters left their seats, leaving empty patches in parts of the stadium. (Greg Nicolson)

Singer Bucie dances on stage with DA supporters during the manifesto launch. (Greg Nicolson)

DA supporters record videos of party leaders delivering speeches. (Greg Nicolson)

DA leader Mmusi Maimane dances on his way to the stage to deliver the main address at the manifesto launch. (Greg Nicolson)

Main photo: DA leader Mmusi Maimane salutes the crowd after walking around the stadium before delivering the main address at the party’s manifesto launch. (Greg Nicolson)