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The MK Party's Floyd Shivambu accused the DA of negative campaigning in the closely contested Ward 110 by-election in eThekwini.
The ANC and SACP are set to reconfigure their alliance, aiming to fortify South Africa's national democratic revolutionary front in the wake of their May 2024 electoral defeat.
The IEC is set to remove 198 political parties, including SACP and ARETA, from official register due to inactivity.
Cybersecurity concerns dominate discussions at the IEC's landmark e-voting conference in Cape Town, as experts call for secure and transparent voting systems.
In a significant leadership reshuffle, the ANC has appointed veteran Jeff Radebe to lead its reconfigured KwaZulu-Natal structure, while former provincial secretary Bheki Mtolo retains a key position and salary in a move that signals both change and continuity for the ANC.
Addressing the KZN PEC on Tuesday, ANC first secretary-general Nomvula Mokonyane, according to sources, had to explain the reconfiguration decision as many saw it as a disbandment.
The reconfiguration process will be explained to the ANC's KZN and Gauteng Provincial Executive Committees (PECs) by Tuesday next week.
After a two-day NEC meeting, the ANC has decided against disbanding Gauteng and KZN PECs, opting instead for reconfiguration to address the provinces' electoral performance, which has been criticised for significantly dropping ANC support.
The African National Congress (ANC) is set to announce its decision on the future of Gauteng and KZN branches after major electoral losses in the May 2024 general elections.
In the recent elections, Gauteng received just 35% of the vote, while KwaZulu-Natal secured a mere 17%, marking them as the party’s biggest electoral losses.
The ATM had asked the Electoral Court to declare the polls not free and fair as it was announced by the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC), but the court ruled that the party's case had no merit.
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa, with confidence, mentioned that "whether they like it or not, the ANC will continue to lead" and urged them (political parties) not to disrespect the ANC.
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa's remarks ahead of the possible disbandment of Gauteng and KZN PECs for losing the elections. The ANC blamed them for the loss.
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula, said losing the May 29 elections led to them holding the event in the Western Cape, adding that the party also wanted to reconnect with the local community.
Fikile Mbalula warns ANC Gauteng leaders of potential charges for their outspoken social media posts, asserting the need for loyalty and discipline within the party.
“Poverty remains one of the most pressing issues, with millions living below the poverty line, struggling to access basic necessities like food, water, and shelter,” the EFF said.
The 2024 South African elections marked a historic turning point, with the ANC losing its parliamentary majority for the first time since 1994. A coalition government has emerged, while Jacob Zuma’s MK Party has redefined opposition politics.
Although EFF’s president Julius Malema expressed his gratitude to the members of the red overalls for their continued support throughout the year despite the challenges, his grammatical errors has sparked criticism from social media users.
The ANC has reportedly achieved another victory in the Northern Cape, regaining control of the Hantam Municipality in the Calvinia area. The Democratic Alliance (DA) had previously won the ward during the 2021 local government elections.
Godrich Gardee is hinted to fill up Floyd Shivambu’s deputy position following his (Shivambu) defection to uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party beating Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi to it, sources reveal.
Ghana's former president John Drahami Mahama won a historic comeback election victory on Sunday after the ruling party accepted defeat with voters appearing to punish them for the government's handling of an economic crisis.