A war of words has erupted between the South African Communist Party (SACP) and the African National Congress (ANC), highlighting growing tensions within the governing alliance ahead of the 2026 local government elections. The dispute unfolded on Thursday, when SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila addressed the media, followed later by ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, each outlining sharply contrasting positions on the future of the alliance and the SACP’s decision to contest elections independently. Mapaila struck a defiant tone, rejecting what…

The African National Congress (ANC) in Ekurhuleni has publicly thrown its support behind Executive Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza, praising what it describes as “firm and decisive leadership” amid a growing scandal that has rocked the municipality and placed senior officials under intense scrutiny. In a statement issued by ANC Ekurhuleni regional secretary Jongizizwe Dlabathi, the party welcomed the mayor’s swift intervention following developments linked to City Manager Kagiso Lerutla. The ANC says the mayor acted decisively to “safeguard the integrity of…

The ANC in the eThekwini region, once dubbed the biggest region of the former governing party in the country, has set itself a target to host its much-awaited elective conference before this year’s local government elections, potentially avoiding two centres of power. The assurance comes after allegations that some within the regional task team (RTT) are deliberately delaying the conference in order to “cling to power” and influence the nomination of councillor candidates. The spokesperson of the RTT, Thinta Cibane,…

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has vowed it will not support an ANC candidate to chair Parliament’s newly established Committee on the Presidency, setting the stage for a political contest within the Government of National Unity (GNU). The committee is expected to elect its chairperson on Wednesday morning at Parliament, in what is being described as a key test of oversight over President Cyril Ramaphosa and his office. DA Chief Whip George Michalakis said the party would field its own candidate,…

The African National Congress (ANC) has launched an investigation into alleged serious misconduct involving a service provider appointed to assist with the administration of its recent Johannesburg regional conference, raising fresh concerns about the integrity of internal party electoral processes. The probe follows an on-site inspection conducted on Sunday, 25 January 2025, by members of the South African Police Service, accompanied by ANC security officials, at premises where the alleged misconduct was believed to have taken place. Senior party structures,…

The Provincial Task Team (PTT) of the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal has extended the term of office for all the 11 regions in the province to March this year. The extension is contained in a memo to the regions dated 21 January 2026, which was signed off by Mike Mabuyakhulu, the provincial coordinator. Mabuyakhulu told the branches that the extension is subject to further review by the National Executive Committee (NEC). “This correspondence serves to update you on the status of…

The African National Congress (ANC) in KwaZulu-Natal has undertaken to meet with the leadership of the National Freedom Party (NFP) to seek clarity on its decision to withdraw from the provincial unity government (GPU). This comes after the NFP announced on Wednesday that it is pulling out of the GPU, which consists of the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), the ANC, the Democratic Alliance (DA), and the NFP. The NFP also instructed its sole MPL, Mbali Shinga, who is also the…

The African National Congress (ANC) has strongly condemned what it describes as “imperialist aggression” by the United States against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, warning that the alleged actions threaten international law, national sovereignty and global stability. During a press briefing in North West on Tuesday, the party accused the United States of violating the United Nations Charter following what it claims was the kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, his wife Cilia Flores and their son, Nicolás Ernesto Maduro.…

The African National Congress (ANC) has welcomed the voluntary decision by Dr Malusi Gigaba to step aside from his responsibilities following his court appearance on Tuesday. The party on Wednesday said the decision demonstrates discipline, maturity, and respect for organisational processes. Acting National Spokesperson Nonceba Mhlauli said Gigaba’s step-aside decision aligns with the ANC Constitution and the resolutions of the party’s 55th National Conference. The conference reaffirmed that members formally charged with criminal offences should voluntarily step aside to protect…

The African National Congress (ANC) in Limpopo has praised its structures across the province for their continued efforts to strengthen the movement and ensure good governance. This follows the conclusion of the party’s Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) meeting held at Frans Mohlala House in Polokwane on Monday, 10 November 2025. Provincial Chairperson Chupu Stanley Mathabatha presented a political report, while the Provincial Secretary delivered the organisational report. The meeting was attended by National Executive Committee (NEC) members deployed to Limpopo.…