He was speaking at an event hosted by seven ANC branches in Khayelitsha on Sunday where he was endorsed to take over the party’s leadership.
Zuma will step down from the ANC’s top spot following the party’s elective conference in December.
Phosa says the next leader of the party should emulate those of the past.
“Like Nelson Mandela, like Walter Sisulu respected our Constitution of the country and who understand exactly where we come from in our history with Freedom Charter and many other documents which are important for the ANC, which encapsulate our values, who understand that this country is governed by the rule of law and respect every citizen’s right.”
Meanwhile, Phosa has accepted nominations to run for the position of ANC leader.
Phosa said the people are calling for change.
