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President Ramaphosa addressed the Councillor Roll Call at FNB

By Rachel Mohamed Recently, nearly 5,000 ANC councillors from across the country gathered at FNB Stadium in Nasrec for a Roll Call event. The event was led by party president Cyril Ramaphosa, with Secretary General Fikile Mbalula also addressing the audience. The National Executive Committee (NEC) presented an action plan aimed at reviving the ANC-run municipalities. Speaking to VOC News, Hlumelo Xaba, a public governance researcher and political analyst, commented […]

16 September 2025

Cape Town

The ANC National Working Committee opt to sever ties with the DA, in an effort to preserve the GNU

By Kouthar Sambo Amid mounting opposition to the recently approved 0.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) increase proposed by the National Treasury, the ANC National Working Committee has opted not to sever ties with the DA, in an effort to preserve the Government of National Unity (GNU). Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive show, political economist Khaya Sithole described the GNU as an “awkward marriage,” noting that while key issues should have […]

10 April 2025

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Political Analyst states: Future of GNU Depends on Power Dynamics Between ANC and DA

As political tensions continue in the wake of South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU), questions have surfaced about the balance of power between the African National Congress (ANC) and the Democratic Alliance (DA). Speaking on VOC Breakfast, political analyst Dirk Kotze said the situation is beginning to stabilize. “I think where we are now is that the dust is settling quite quickly. What we’re hearing from both the ANC […]

10 April 2025

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ANC Western Cape Caucus leader defects to the Democratic Alliance!

By Rachel Mohamed In a surprising political twist, Councillor Banele Majingo has resigned as ANC Caucus Leader in the Western Cape municipality, leaving the party to join the Democratic Alliance (DA). Majingo cited the DA’s alignment with his ethics and values as the reason for his defection. Speaking on VOC’s News Beat, Akhona Jonginamba, Regional Spokesperson for the ANC in the Western Cape, said the party was not shocked by […]

27 March 2025

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Opposition slams Winde’s SOPA as lacking substance

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde delivered his State of the Province Address (SOPA) in Beaufort West on Wednesday, continuing the tradition of hosting the event in different towns to improve accessibility. In his address, Winde reflected on the provincial government’s achievements while outlining its priorities for the year ahead. However, he also acknowledged financial constraints, citing budget cuts from National Treasury and rapid population growth as major challenges to service […]

27 February 2025

Local

Yengeni faces ANC discipline

Tony Yengeni, former ANC NEC member, who previously represented Jacob Zuma before the ANC disciplinary committee, now faces disciplinary action after endorsing another party ahead of the 2024 elections. ANC spokesperson Fikile Mbalula addressed the issue on X (formally known as Twitter), stating that all members, regardless of their rank, will face disciplinary action for undisciplined behaviour. He referred to Yengeni's remarks as "vagrant political views" supported by a few […]

8 January 2025

Local

ANC marks 113 years amid challenges

Wednesday marks the 113th anniversary of the African National Congress (ANC), tracing its origins to 1912. The ANC boasts a storied history as a leading force in the fight for South Africa’s freedom. However, in recent decades, the organisation has faced challenges including governance issues, corruption, and internal conflict, threatening its legacy. As South Africa prepares to host the G20 summit this year and heads into local elections next year, […]

6 January 2025

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The ANC’s Dada Morero is now poised to be elected the next mayor of the City of Johannesburg

By Kouthar Sambo The ANC's Dada Morero is now poised to be elected the next mayor of the City of Johannesburg. The mayoral committee member for Finance has emerged as the African National Congress (ANC) top choice for the role, following the resignation of Kabelo Gwamanda under intense pressure from opposition parties and civil society. Speaking on VOC's PM Drive on Tuesday, political analyst Redgy Nkosi, said parties realised that the […]

14 August 2024

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“We would like Al Jama-ah keeping a close eye on the Department of International Relations and Cooperations (DIRCO)”

By Kouthar Sambo Various political parties have reached a consensus to form part of the Government of National Unity (GNU). This comes after two weeks of intense engagements with 18 parties that have seats in the National Assembly. Further to this Ganief Hendricks, the founder and leader of Al Jama-ah, the only Muslim political party to join the GNU, confirmed the party would be forming part of the GNU. Al […]

24 June 2024

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