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ANC STATEMENT ON THE MADIBENG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY MATTER

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the officiating of the land tenure rights and the handover of the title deeds ceremony by President Cyril Ramaphosa to the Gaesengwe, Barolong ba ga Rapulana, Barolong ba ga Phoi and Barolong ba ga Seitshiro communities in the North West Province.

ANC RECALLS THE EXECUTIVE MAYOR OF MADIBENG AND REAFFIRMS THAT THE NEEDS OF THE PEOPLE COME FIRST

The African National Congress has recalled Cde Douglas Seleke Maimane from his deployment as Executive Mayor and Proportional Representation Councillor of the Madibeng Local Municipality, with immediate effect.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE HANDOVER OF THE TITLE DEEDS IN THE NORTH WEST PROVINCE

STATEMENT BY THE SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS ON THE OUTCOMES OF THE MEETING OF THE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE HELD ON SATURDAY 23 AND SUNDAY 24 MAY 2026

The African National Congress, gathered at its 114th Anniversary in Moruleng in the heartland of the Moses Kotane Local Municipality on the 10th of January this year, and declared 2026 as “The Year of Decisive Action to Fix Local Government and Transform the Economy”.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE OPENING OF THE PUBLIC NOMINATION FOR THE CENTRALISED SELECTION OF ANC MAYORAL CANDIDATES FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS 2026

The African National Congress (ANC), on behalf of the National Executive Committee and on behalf of every cadre of our Movement, conveys its warmest greetings to the Muslim community of South Africa and across the world on this auspicious occasion of Eid al-Adha. Eid Mubarak.

THE ANC MOURNS THE PASSING OF COMRADE KAOBITSA “BUSHY” MAAPE

The African National Congress (ANC) has learned with a deep sense of loss and sadness of the passing of Comrade Kaobitsa “Bushy” Maape, a longstanding member of the movement, former Premier of the North West Province, freedom fighter, uMkhonto we Sizwe operative, and former Robben Island political prisoner.

STATEMENT BY THE SECRETARY-GENERAL OF THE AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS, CDE FIKILE MBALULA, ON BEHALF OF THE NATIONAL OFFICIALS, ON THE OUTCOMES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FOLLOWING THE CONSTITUTIONAL COURT JUDGMENT ON THE SECTION 89 MATTER

Fellow South Africans. Distinguished members of the media. Comrades. The African National Congress comes before you at a moment of significance in our young democracy, and we begin by thanking each of you in the media for being present at this briefing.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE MAIZE HARVEST FOR THE PERIOD 2025/26

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes and notes with the high sense of pride and appreciation a record-setting maize harvest for the 2025/26 season, with projections indicating a total of 16.8 million tonnes. This massive yield is driven by favourable rains and strong, sustained production conditions and the leadership of the agricultural sector.

ANC MOURNS THE PASSING OF FORMER BOTSWANA PRESIDENT DR FESTUS GONTEBANYE MOGAE

The African National Congress (ANC) extends its deepest condolences to the family of former President of the Republic of Botswana, Dr Festus Gontebanye Mogae, the Government and people of Botswana, and the Botswana Democratic Party following the passing of one of Africa’s most respected statesmen and principled leaders.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE 30 YEARS OF THE ADOPTION OF THE DEMOCRATIC CONSTITUTION

The African National Congress (ANC) marks the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, adopted by Parliament on 8 May 1996, as one of the greatest milestones in the democratic history of our country and people.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE INTERNATIONAL WORKERS DAY-1 MAY 2026

The African National Congress (ANC) joins the international working class movement, the Congress of the South African Trade Unions (COSATU) and the workers across the country on the occasion of May Day, which commemorates International Workers Day

THE ANC WITHDRAWS APPLICATION FOR LEAVE TO APPEAL IN EASTERN CAPE MATTER

The African National Congress (ANC) confirms that the movement, together with the Secretary-General, Cde Fikile Mbalula, in their respective capacities as the Second and Third Respondents, have today formally withdrawn the Application for Leave to Appeal the interim order of the Honourable Court.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE 32 YEARS OF FREEDOM AND DEMOCRACY - 27 APRIL 1994

This herculean feat painfully reminds us of the arduous path travelled many years since the formation of the ANC and the major events that changed and the course of the liberation history shaping the strategies and tactics struggle to defeat apartheid, ushering a free, democratic dispensation.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE COMMEMORATION OF THE LIFE OF PRESIDENT OLIVER REGINALD TAMBO

The African National Congress (ANC) hoists its flag with pride in remembrance of Isithalandwe-Seaparankwe, Oliver Reginald Tambo, the longest serving President-General of the ANC on the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of his passing on this day on the 24th April 1993.

MEDIA STATEMENT ON THE SPECIAL NEC DECISION REGARDING THE SACP RESOLUTION TO CONTEST ELECTIONS

The African National Congress convened a Special National Executive Committee, on the 10th of April 2026, at a decisive moment in the life of our movement and our country, bringing together leadership to reflect not only on organisational matters, but to reaffirm the historic mission of the ANC as the leader of society and the primary agent of transformation.

THE ANC WELCOMES THE APPOINTMENT OF ROELF MEYER AS SOUTH AFRICA’S AMBASSADOR TO THE UNITED STATES

The African National Congress (ANC) warmly welcomes the appointment of Mr Roelf Meyer as South Africa’s Ambassador to the United States by President Cyril Ramaphosa.

ANC ANNOUNCES NEW KWAZULU-NATAL PROVINCIAL TASK TEAM OFFICIALS FOLLOWING NWC DELIBERATIONS

The African National Congress (ANC), led by its Secretary General, Comrade Fikile Mbalula, today met with the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Task Team (PTT), accompanied by NEC members deployed full-time at the National Office, to brief them on the decisions of the National Working Committee (NWC).

ANC WELCOMES ESKOM DECISIVE ACTION ON TARIFF INTERVENTION TO PROTECT INDUSTRY AND JOBS

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the conclusion of a 62c/kWh electricity tariff agreement by Eskom for Samancor Chrome and Glencore – Merafe Ferrochrome Smelters.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE 33rd ANNIVERSARY OF THE ASSASSINATION OF COMRADE MARTIN THEMBISILE CHRIS HANI

The African National Congress (ANC) joins the Hani family, South Africans, the Congress of the South African Trade Unions (COSATU) and the South African Communist Party (SACP) on the 33rd anniversary of the assassination of Comrade Martin Thembisile Chris Hani.

THE AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS OUTLINES MAYORAL CANDIDATE SELECTION PROCESS AND OPEN PUBLIC SUBMISSIONS

The African National Congress (ANC) convenes a Special National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting on Friday, 10 April 2026, at a decisive moment in the life of our movement and the country.

THE ANC CELEBRATES THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SAHARAWI ARAB DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC

The African National Congress joins the Polisario Front, a fraternal sister liberation movement representing the Saharawi People in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the proclamation of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic.

ANC EXTENDS CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ANTI-APARTHEID ACTIVIST TERRY BELL

The African National Congress (ANC) mourns the passing of veteran anti-apartheid activist, journalist, and educator, Terry Bell, who has died at the age of 84.

MEDIA STATEMENT BY THE SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS ON THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE PEOPLE’S MARCH

The African National Congress today joined by our alliance partners, the progressive youth alliance, mass democratic formations, representatives of business, labour and civil society announces the convening of a People’s March to Defend Our Sovereignty and Democratic Gains

THE ANC WELCOMES POSTBANK REGISTRATION AS A LICENSED FINANCIAL SERVICES PROVIDER

The African National Congress welcomes the registration of Postbank as a licensed Financial Services Provider with the Financial Sector Conduct Authority.

THE PEOPLE’S MARCH IN DEFENCE OF OUR SOVEREIGNTY AND DEMOCRATIC GAINS

The African National Congress calls on all peace loving and patriotic South Africans to join The People’s March in Defence of Our Sovereignty and Democratic Gains, taking place on Saturday, 21 March 2026, Human Rights Day.

ANC DISTANCES ITSELF FROM MISUSE OF FOOD PARCELS FOR POLITICAL PUBLICITY

The African National Congress (ANC) has noted with serious concern the circulation of social media images depicting the distribution of food parcels while displaying the name, colours and branding of the ANC by Cde Bernice Swarts, a Member of Parliament and Deputy Minister.

HUMAN RIGHTS MONTH 2026: DEFENDING OUR SOVEREIGNTY AND DEMOCRATIC GAINS

As South Africa commemorates Human Rights Month 2026, the African National Congress (ANC) calls on all South Africans to reflect on the sacrifices that secured our freedom and to recommit ourselves to defending the democratic gains achieved through decades of struggle.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF MOSIUOA PATRIC “TERROR” LEKOTA

The African National Congress has learned with sadness of the passing of Mr Mosioua Patrick Lekota, a former leader who served South Africa in various capacities during the pre and post democratic era. His passing marks the departure of a figure whose life intersected with important moments in the history of our country and the struggle for freedom

ANC CALLS FOR URGENT DIALOGUE IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND CONDEMNS VIOLATIONS OF INTERNATIONAL LAW

The African National Congress expresses deep concern at the escalating tensions in the Middle East, which threaten regional and global peace and security. The intensification of hostilities carries serious humanitarian, diplomatic and economic consequences.

ANC WELCOMES THE 2026 NATIONAL BUDGET AS A DECISIVE STEP TOWARDS ECONOMIC STABILITY, GROWTH AND SOCIAL JUSTICE

The African National Congress welcomes the 2026 National Budget tabled by the Minister of Finance, Comrade Enoch Godongwana, as a practical and people-centred Budget that speaks directly to the daily realities of ordinary South Africans. In his address to Parliament, the Minister made it clear that South Africa has reached “an important turning point in the management of our public finances”.

ANC OUTLINES EXPECTATIONS AHEAD OF THE 2026 NATIONAL BUDGET

As the Minister of Finance prepares to table the 2026 National Budget, South Africa does so from a position of renewed economic momentum and growing confidence. Inflation has moderated, the rand has strengthened, bond yields have eased, and the country has recorded its first major credit ratings upgrade in 16 years.

THE ANC WELCOMES THE SIU INTERIM REPORT INTO THE DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS

The African National Congress welcomes the interim report of the Special Investigating Unit into the Department of Home Affairs presented on Monday, 23 February 2026.

AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS WELCOMES THIRD QUARTER CRIME STATISTICS AND REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SAFER COMMUNITIES

The African National Congress welcomes the release of the Third Quarter 2025/2026 crime statistics, which tell a story of deliberate action yielding measurable results.

SOUTH AFRICA RECLAIMS ITS POSITION AS AFRICA’S LARGEST ECONOMY, A CLEAR DEMONSTRATION OF ANC POLICY WORKING

The African National Congress welcomes the latest update by the International Monetary Fund confirming that South Africa has officially reclaimed its position as Africa’s largest economy in nominal GDP terms for 2025.

THE ANC EXTENDS CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF AMBASSADOR LEILA SHAHID

The African National Congress (ANC) joins the people of Palestine and the global community in mourning the passing of Ambassador Leila Shahid, a towering figure of diplomacy, courage and moral conviction.

ANC WELCOMES DECLINE IN UNEMPLOYMENT RATE AS EVIDENCE OF SUSTAINED ECONOMIC INTERVENTION

The African National Congress welcomes the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey released by Statistics South Africa, confirming a 0.5 percentage point decrease in the official unemployment rate. This measurable improvement reflects movement in the right direction and signals that sustained policy interventions are beginning to yield tangible results in the labour market.

CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF REVEREND JESSE LOUIS JACKSON, SR: A FRIEND OF SOUTH AFRICA AND CHAMPION OF THE OPPRESSED

The African National Congress extends its heartfelt condolences to the Jackson family, the people of the United States of America, and the global community of justice activists on the passing of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., a towering figure of the civil rights movement and a steadfast friend of South Africa’s liberation struggle.

ANC CALLS FOR RESPONSIBLE LEADERSHIP, WELCOMES PREMIER LESUFI’S CLARIFICATION AND REAFFIRMS MOVEMENT VALUES

The African National Congress (ANC) has noted the public discourse arising from remarks made by Gauteng Premier, Comrade Panyaza Lesufi, regarding water challenges in Gauteng province.

ANC CALL UPON ALL SOUTH AFRICANS TO JOIN HANDS IN THIS NATIONAL EFFORT, TO HARNESS OUR CREATIVITY, RESILIENCE, AND SHARED PURPOSE

Today, President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers the State of the Nation Address (SONA) at a defining moment in the life of our democracy

ANC MOURNS THE PASSING OF BISHOP DR JOHN BOLANA

The African National Congress (ANC) has learnt with deep sadness of the passing of Bishop Dr John Bolana, a respected church leader and community elder whose life was devoted to spiritual leadership, moral guidance and the service of society.

ANC WELCOMES THE DECLARATION OF THE ISRAELI CHARGÉ D’ AFFAIRES AS PERSONA NON GRATA

The African National Congress (ANC) applauds the Government of the Republic of South Africa, acting through the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, for its firm and principled stance in declaring the Israeli Chargé d’Affaires persona non grata.

ANC NEC LEKGOTLA AFFIRMS 2026 AS A YEAR OF DECISIVE ACTION TO FIX LOCAL GOVERNMENT, ACCELERATE ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION, CREATE JOBS, DEEPEN SOCIAL JUSTICE AND RENEW THE MOVEMENT

The NEC Lekgotla was convened to reflect on the political, economic, and social conditions confronting the country, assess progress in implementing policies and resolutions aimed at improving the lives of South Africans, and adopt a focused, action-oriented Programme of Action for the year ahead.

THE ANC STATEMENT ON THE SCHOLAR TRANSPORT

The recent developments, deaths and the state of scholar transport are of grave concern to the county and the African National Congress (ANC). The ANC takes the nation into confidence, calling for stricter measures for the regulation of the industry through enforcement and revamp of the scholar transport policy.

ANC STATEMENT ON DEVASTATING FLOODS IN LIMPOPO, MPUMALANGA, AND CRITICAL TOURISM HUBS

The African National Congress (ANC) expresses its deepest condolences to the families who have tragically lost their lives due to the torrential rains and widespread flooding that have battered Limpopo, Mpumalanga and Northern KZN since December 2025.

ANC STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF COMRADE BASIL JOHN SNAYER

The African National Congress (ANC) mourns the passing of Comrade Basil John Snayer, a disciplined revolutionary educator and trade unionist whose life was firmly rooted in the struggle to liberate the mind, organise the working class, and transform education as a site of resistance and renewal.

ANC STATEMENT ON SOUTH AFRICA’S REMOVAL FROM THE EU HIGH‑RISK LIST

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the European Union’s decision to remove South Africa from its list of high‑risk third country jurisdictions. This development marks a significant victory for the nation and reflects the progress made in strengthening financial governance and protecting the integrity of the global financial system.

AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS EXPRESSES CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MAM REGINA MPANZA

The African National Congress (ANC) conveys its heartfelt condolences on the passing of Mam Regina Mpanza, a steadfast supporter of the liberation struggle and the wife of General Justice Maqina “Gizenga” Mpanza of the Luthuli Detachment.

STATEMENT ON THE RELEASE OF THE 2025 NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE RESULTS

The African National Congress congratulates the Matric Class of 2025 following the release of the National Senior Certificate results, which reflect a historic national pass rate of 88%, the highest in South Africa’s democratic history.

THE AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS AT 114 YEARS: A MOVEMENT RENEWED, A FUTURE RECLAIMED

Today, the African National Congress marks 114 years since its historic founding in 1912. We celebrate this milestone with humility, gratitude, and renewed determination. For more than a century, the ANC has stood as a trusted home of the people, born from the collective will of Africans to resist oppression, reclaim dignity, and build a just society.

ANC CONDEMNS U.S. IMPERIALIST AGGRESSION AGAINST THE BOLIVARIAN REPUBLIC OF VENEZUELA

The African National Congress condemns the recent acts of aggression directed at the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, which constitute a serious violation of international law, national sovereignty and the principles governing peaceful relations between states.

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