ANC Statements

The African National Congress (ANC) condemn the acts of racism, agitation and provocation the nation witnessed with shock and utter contempt, which saw the searching of black people and the closure of road R62 between the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces by unauthorised secessionist vigilantes.

The ANC’s longstanding principle is not to comment on leaked information because we do not want to dignify this unethical behaviour with a response.

The African National Congress Women’s League (ANCWL) honours and remembers the historic launch of the Federation of South African Women (FEDSAW) on 17 April 1954, in Johannesburg. FEDSAW stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of South African women in the fight against oppression and discrimination.

Cde Chris Hani would have undoubtedly appreciated the gravity of domestic and international challenges arrayed against our national transformation agenda and would have provided ideological and political clarity on how to navigate them.

The African National Congress (ANC) mourns the passing of a true revolutionary and founding President of the Botswana Congress Party, Comrade Mike Dingake, at the age of 96.

The African National Congress (ANC) confirms that a verbal judgement was handed down by the High Court of South Africa in the case of Schreiber vs. the ANC. We look forward to the written judgement so as to review it and determine if there are grounds for an appeal.

The African National Congress (ANC) can confirm that Comrade Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s resignation letter has been officially received by the Office of the Secretary General of the ANC, Comrade Fikile Mbalula.

Mama Nomzamo Winifred Madikizela-Mandela dared her acquired social work qualification and chose a path that saw her incarcerated, banished, tortured and exiled in her own land of birth.

He became parliamentary reporter in 1958 and joined the Financial Mail as Cape Editor in 1964, went to London in 1966 as senior correspondent in the SA Morning Newspapers Group office, and returned to South Africa in 1967 to take up the position of leader-page editor of the Cape Times.

The African National Congress (ANC) has filed an urgent High Court application to obtain a court order that stops Mr. Zuma’s party (Zuma Party) currently referring to itself as the uMkhonto we Sizwe Party (MKP) from any further unlawful use of the ANC’s trademarks, symbols, and heritage.

This crucial step towards peace in the region signifies a collective recognition of the urgent need to halt the violence orchestrated by the Israeli genocidal regime and alleviate the immense suffering endured by the people of Palestine.

The African National Congress (ANC) notes Comrade Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s special leave from Parliament due to law enforcement actions and allegations against her.

The ANC joins millions of South Africans in celebrating Human Rights Day after 30 years of democracy to remember the 64th anniversary of the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre.

The wreath-laying ceremony at Emakhosini, attended by the President of the Republic, Cyril Ramaphosa, reminded the nation of the importance of this memorial site. The site was constructed to preserve and restore the history of the Zulu Kings.

Muslims around the world have begun their daily sunrise-to-sunset fasts for the next month, the African National Congress wishes all Muslims a reflective, spiritually uplifting and beneficial Ramadan.

The ANC’s list of candidates for the 2024 National and Provincial Elections is characterised by diversity, inclusivity and experience.

At the 55th National Conference held in December 2022, the ANC made it clear that our priority is to defend and advance the gains of freedom and promote unity through renewal. Organizational renewal is a crucial process in the realization of a national democratic society.

Professor Webster’s activism and courage were evident when he faced arrest under the Suppression of Communism Act in December 1975.

The fact that gross fixed capital formation increased by 4,2% during 2023 is testament to ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa’s ongoing emphasis on the need to promote investment in the South African economy.

The ANC invites members of the media to a technical site inspection in preparation of the Mayihlome Manifesto Launch Rally to be held in Durban on the 24th February 2024.

In the journey towards democracy, the ANC remained steadfast in its commitment to media freedom and diversity. In the journey towards democracy, the ANC remained steadfast in its commitment to media freedom and diversity. As a result, an enabling environment was created for community radio to flourish, ensuring that the voices of all South Africans could be heard.

The sixth administration’s relentless pursuit of restoring institutions, dismantling corruption, and spearheading economic recovery demands unequivocal commendation. We stand undeterred in our commitment to safeguarding the hard-won gains of our democracy and propelling South Africa towards a future defined by opportunity and equality.

The African National Congress urges all peace-loving individuals in the Western Cape to show their support by attending the Football for Humanity match between the South African Invitational side and the Palestinian National Team.

This year’s State of the Nation Address is expected to reflect on the gains we have made as a nation as well as affirm our determination to defend our democracy from opportunistic elements that are set on undermining the unstoppable programme of transformation.

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the implementation of the new national minimum wage, a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to promote economic fairness and uplift the livelihoods of all South Africans.

The African National Congress (ANC) would like to express its sincere appreciation to the diverse population of South Africa who took the time to either verify their registration status or register for the upcoming National and Provincial Elections.

The ANC NEC took note of the announcement by former ANC President Jacob Zuma on 16 December 2023. He announced that he would be campaigning for another political party and further launched a series of vitriolic attacks against the ANC and its leadership.

The ANC applauds the International Court of Justice’s resolute judgment on the genocide case brought by the ANC-led South African government against Israel. Since the tragic events of October 7, 2023, the international community and UN experts expressed deep concern over the failure to prevent genocide against the Palestinian people.

ANC, CCM, FRELIMO, MPLA, SWAPO PARTY, ZANU PF on the occasion of the Annual General Meeting of the Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Leadership School

The Secretary General of the African Na3onal Congress, Comrade Fikile Mbalula, will lead the organisa,on’s par$cipa$on in a mee$ng of Secretaries General of Six Libera$on Movements of Southern Africa aimed at developing joint programmes of poli8cal educa&on and ideological training for impac2ul poli&cal, socio-economic and cultural development.

Today Convener of the 2021 Local Government Elections Candidates Selection Enquiry Task Team, Comrade Dina Pule, delivered the North West report to the province’s Provincial Executive Committee (PEC).

The African National Congress (ANC) heartily congratulates the Matric Class of 2023 on their commendable achievements in the National Senior Certificate examinations.

It is with deep sorrow and profound sadness that we have learned the passing of one of the dedicated leaders of the African National Congress (ANC), Comrade Violet Sizani Siwela.

The African National Congress (ANC) is deeply saddened by the passing on of Dr. Peter Magubane, an iconic figure whose life was intertwined with the difficult struggle for freedom and justice in South Africa.

The ICJ, also known as the World Court, is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, tasked with settling legal disputes between states and providing advisory opinions on legal questions referred by the General Assembly, Security Council, or other UN organs and specialized agencies.

The African National Congress (ANC) expresses profound sorrow and extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the late Mbongeni Ngema.

These enduring values, echoing the timeless teachings of Christmas, are more crucial than ever in our diverse and vibrant society.

The African National Congress confirms that it has settled out of court with Ezulweni Investments.

Today, 16 December 2023, marks the 62nd anniversary of a pivotal moment in South Africa’s history when the African National Congress (ANC) launched a widespread military campaign that commenced with a series of strategic bombings targeting critical governmental infrastructure, including power plants and post offices.

The festive season marks a time when South African eagerly anticipates a break to recharge and spend cherished moments with family and loved ones.

The Secretary-General of the ANC and Cde Mavuso Msimang met on 12 December 2023 to address the manner in which the resignation letter by Cde Msimang was managed in public.

Members of the media are advised that the ANC SG, Fikile Mbalula will address a public meeting in Wedela, Merafong subregion.

The liberation struggle was not in vain. The martyrs who fell on that tragic day brought us the freedom we enjoy today.

78 years ago, when the world adopted the UN Charter and formed the United Nations Security Council to be responsible for our collective security, we said Never Again.

Comrade Msimang is a dedicated stalwart who devoted six decades of his life to the ANC and the cause of freedom. His contributions remain invaluable to this day.

We have called this media briefing to update the nation and our membership on current political developments and issues that have recently generated public interest.

The ruling will allow the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) to avoid any uncertainty in discharging its constitutional mandate of ensuring free and fair elections.

The African National Congress has welcomed the overall improvement in the Auditor General’s National and Provincial Audit Outcomes for 2022/23, following a trend over the past four years.

The African National Congress (ANC) will appeal the decision of the Supreme Court of Appeal in the Ezulweni matter in the Constitutional Court of South Africa.

The African National Congress (ANC) takes note of the court ruling in the matter involving Ezulwini Investments (Pty) Ltd. Our legal team is studying the judgment and will advise on most appropriate actions that can be undertaken.

On the weekend of the 18 -19 November 2023 the ANC embarked on the Voter Registration Campaign, joining South Africans to enhance a credible electoral system based on the will of the people.

On the occasion of the time when the ANC commemorates National Doctors Day and those whose commitment is beyond the borders of humanity, tragedy befell the people of South Africa and Gift of the Givers on the brutal death of Ahmed Abbasi.

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the allocation of 15-year fishing rights to small-scale fishing co-operatives in the Western Cape.

The African National Congress welcomes the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa that our government has put through a referral to the International Criminal Court.

Today the African National Congress (ANC) engaged in a robust, and frank dialogue with the South African Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD) on the current devastating developments in Gaza, and Israel as well as decades of long struggles for the Freedom of Palestine.

As the African National Congress (ANC), we proudly celebrate three decades of thriving diplomatic relations with the State of Qatar, which began on 10 May 1994.

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the latest unemployment rate figures, which shows that unemployment has declined from 32.9% in the third quarter of last year to 31.9% in the third quarter of this year, 2023.

The African National Congress welcomes the release of the White Paper on citizenship, immigration, and refugee protection.

The African National Congress (ANC) vehemently opposes any attempts to sow racial discord and spread misinformation by certain groups including the media in our society.

The African National Congress (ANC) congratulates Mamelodi Sundowns on the historic victory in the inaugural African Football League tournament.

Today we woke up to a regrettable article from Sunday World that can at best be described as gossip.

It has come to our attention that an article by the Bloomberg syndicated by News24 has been spreading false information about the Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula, and his views on load shedding.

On the records sessions are interactive sessions with members of the media with a focus on South Africa’s contemporary socio-political issues through the lens of the African National Congress. So we are not limited to what I will introduce to today as discussion points.

On November 2, 2023, South Africa participated in the United Nations General Assembly meeting to discuss the issue of the Cuban embargo that had been in place for 70 years.

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes President Ramaphosa’s appointment of Adv. Kholeka Gcaleka as the new Public Protector of South Africa.

The African National Congress (ANC) commends the Minister of Finance for walking the tightrope in laying out the fiscal envelope for the next 3 years.

The African National Congress (ANC) extends its best wishes to the Class of 2023 as they prepare for the 2023 National Senior Certificate examinations, commencing tomorrow (30 October).

We are once again united by sports. Congratulations to the Springboks on their remarkable victory over New Zealand!

Hundred and Six Years ago today, a baby was born in the village of Mbizana in the Pondoland of the Eastern Cape. Unknown to his parents, the baby boy would play a pivotal role in the struggle for freedom and democracy in South Africa.

As a coincidence of history South Africa will be playing England in both the Cricket World Cup and the Rugby World Cup on the 21 October 2023.

The First Deputy Secretary-General (DSG) of the African National Congress (ANC) and convenor of the National Executive Committee (NEC) International Relations Subcommittee, Comrade Nomvula Mokonyane, will lead a delegation to Britain and Northern Ireland from the 9th to the 14th of October 2023.

We reiterate that the ANC is highly concerned about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine which has witnessed an alarming escalation in tensions, primarily due to concerns regarding Israel’s disproportional use of force in carrying out its operations.

The African National Congress dips its revolutionary banner and announces the passing of its stalwart and servant of the people Comrade Aziz Goolam Hoosein Pahad.

The ANC welcomes the passing of the Basic Education Law Amendment (BELA) Bill by the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Basic Education. This development accords with the ANC’s vision of transforming our national education system to reflect the values of the Constitution and our democratic society.

In 2018 the African National Congress (ANC) put forth a motion in the Johannesburg City Council to rename William Nicol Drive to Winnie Mandela Avenue in honor of one of South Africa’s iconic anti-apartheid activists and leaders.

Heritage holds diverse meanings for millions of South Africans. We are fortunate to embrace 12 official languages in our daily lives which includes the most recent addition of sign language.

The African National Congress liberation struggle veteran Reverend Frank Chikane will deliver a memorial lecture in honour of Francis Lebohang Ntebele.

The African National Congress is convening a status update media briefing that will reflect on a range of contemporary issues which includes

Steve Biko was not only a prominent anti-apartheid activist but was also a symbol of resilience and unwavering commitment to the struggle for freedom.

The ANC welcomes the latest Manufacturing Production and Sales Data for July 2023. The volume of manufacturing production increased by +2.3% in July 2023 compared to July 2022.

The African National Congress marks the 79th Anniversary of the African National Congress Youth League, formed on this day 10 September 1944 at the Bantu Men’s Social Centre in Johannesburg.

The ANC is gravely concerned about the crisis engulfing the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) in the disbursement of social grants.

The African National Congress (ANC) sends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and members of the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) on the passing of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi

1992 is one of the distinct periods in our history, marking the final days of apartheid and its institutions, leading to its demise on the 27th April 1994.

The national senior rugby team, affectionately called the Springboks will be carrying the hopes of the nation and flying the South African flag at the Rugby World Cup in France.

The ANC joins millions of South Africans and the global business community in mourning the passing of Raymond Ackerman, the owner of Pick n Pay Stores.

The ANC joins South Africans, leaders and members of the South African Students Congress (SASCO) on its 32nd anniversary of this revolutionary and progressive student movement.

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the report of the independent panel, chaired by Judge Phineas Mojapelo, which was established to enquire into the circumstances of the docking of the Russian vessel, Lady R, in Simonstown.

The recent 15th BRICS summit in Johannesburg successfully promoted the mutually accelerated growth, sustainable development, and inclusive multilateralism of BRICS and Africa.

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the outcome of the municipal by-elections held on Wednesday, 24 August 2023 in which the ANC scored an overwhelming victory in four of the five wards contested.

The ANC welcomes the decrease in the inflation rate of 4.7%, the lowest in 2 years, which is close to the mid-range targeting of 4.5%.

The African National Congress and its alliance partners, Cosatu and the SACP will host a Cuban solidarity campaign on the side-lines of the BRICS Summit currently underway.

The African National Congress national officials will meet with Brazilian President, Lula Da Silva, on the sidelines on the 15th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg.

South Africa will, this week, host its International BRICS partners and world leaders during the historic BRICS Summit themed “BRICS and Africa: Partnership for Mutually Accelerated Growth, Sustainable Development, and Inclusive Multilateralism”.

The African National Congress welcomes and notes the South African Reserve Bank report concerning a transaction that took place on President Cyril Ramaphosa’s private farm.

The ANC joins millions in commemorating the 40th anniversary of a colossal upon whose shoulders and values we proudly stand and espouse in advancing the people’s interests and the renewal of our movement.

Following successful visits to various provinces, the African National Congress (ANC) National Working Committee (NWC) will visit the Gauteng Province as part of its interactions with its structures across the country.

From 12 to 16 August 2012 tragedy befell the community of Nkaneng in the North West Province in what is known as the Marikana tragedy.

The African National Congress is pleased to acknowledge the recent drop in unemployment rates as reported by Statistics South Africa.

ANC Secretary General, Comrade Fikile Mbalula, together with top officials and National Executive Committee deployees will visit the KwaZulu Natal Province from Tuesday 15th to Wednesday the 16th August 2023.

The African National Congress (ANC) expresses its profound sadness at the news of the passing of Comrade Kallie Hanekom, who peacefully departed on 9 August at Groote Schuur Hospital.

The African National Congress (ANC) is taking its national voter registration drive towards the 2024 National General Elections to KwaZulu Natal (KZN) from 12 to 13 August 2023. The ongoing voter registration drive follows successful rollouts in the provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo.

The ANC under the theme: “The Year of Decisive Action to Advance the People’s Interests and Renew Our Movement” has declared in its January 8th Statement that September will be the month of mass popular engagement to provide public accountability for the past four years, and how government has advanced their interests.

The period leading up to 1956 represents a distinctive era in the liberation struggle. Like many periods before, the fight against women’s oppression has manifested itself in varying forms, each germane to different conditions but collectively based on a common denominator of women’s triple oppression in South Africa.

The African National Congress (ANC) invites members of the media to a media briefing that will focus on the outcomes of the National Working Committee meeting held on 31 July 2023

The newly elected National Officials of the African National Congress Youth League will host a media engagement following a successful congress held at NASREC in Johannesburg from 30 June 2023 to 02 July 2023.

The African National Congress (ANC) is devastated by the untimely passing of Comrade Tina Joemat-Pettersson, a member of the National Executive Committee (NEC) and National Working Committee (NWC) of the ANC.

The African National Congress National Working Committee (NWC) and National Executive Committee (NEC) deployed to Limpopo Province are meeting the ANC Limpopo Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) as part of re-energising structures, reconnecting and renewing the ANC.

The African National Congress National (ANC) Officials will attend services at various churches throughout the weekend as part of Easter pilgrimage.

The African National Congress (ANC) and the nation today mourns the passing of an outstanding freedom fighter, revolutionary and a veteran of Umkhonto weSizwe, Comrade Mbulelo Musi.

The African National Congress Secretary General Comrade Fikile Mbalula will tomorrow, Thursday, brief members of the media on the outcomes of the National Working Committee meeting which took place on the 27^th March 2023.

The African National Congress Parliamentary Caucus is convening a three day lekgotla from 24 March 2023 to 26 March 2023. This is the final ANC Parliamentary Caucus Lekgotla for the term of office of the 6th Parliament. The objective of the Caucus Lekgotla is to produce a programme that will take the Caucus through to the 2024 elections.

In South Africa there is no place or tolerance for vigilantism and forceful removal of an incumbent government. The ANC is fully committed to doing what the people of South Africa expect, demand, and deserve.

The African National Congress (ANC) mourns the passing of Comrade Stephanie Kemp, a veteran and fearless pioneer during the liberation struggle whose sacrifice and commitment to the people of South Africa knew no boundaries.

We wish to place it on record that leaders of the ANC act and discharge their responsibilities on behalf of the organisation, and not in their personal capacity.

The ANC is currently consulting with its legal team concerning statements made by former Eskom CEO, Mr Andre De Ruyter, in which he alleges wrongdoing and criminality against the organisation.

The African National Congress congratulates the Proteas Women’s Cricket Team on their spectacular, and historic, victory against England to reach their first-ever ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Final.

The African National Congress notes with concern the impending landfall of Cyclone Freddy in South Africa, Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces in particular.

The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the African National Congress (ANC) held a Special National Executive Committee to consider a range of organisational, national and international matters.

This year’s Budget Vote Speech is expected to outline a resource plan that is supportive of the 2023 State of the Nation Address delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa.

The African National Congress (ANC) is encouraged by the African Union’s (AU) ousting of Israeli representatives from the African Union Summit presently underway in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This occurred against an attempt to undermine the current sitting AU Summit from considering a report that is supposed to guide discussions on whether Israel must be granted an observer status.

The National Working Committee of the ANC convened for the first time on the 13th February 2023 following its election at the ANC NEC meeting held on the 27th and 28th January 2023.

The African National Congress is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of renowned rap music star Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as AKA. We are dismayed that such a bright star has been dimmed at its dawn.

The African National Congress Secretary General Comrade Fikile Mbalula will tomorrow, Friday 10th February 2023, host a media engagement to reflect on the 2023 State of the Nation Address.

The African National Congress welcomes the decisive State of the Nation Address which was delivered by president Cyril Ramaphosa this evening, Thursday 09 February 2023.

The meeting follows the 55th National Conference of the organisation, which was convened between 16 and 20 December 2022 at the

NASREC Expo Centre in Johannesburg and officially concluded on January 5, 2023, at the Imvelo

Safari Lodge in Mangaung.

The African National Congress National Executive Committee will from tomorrow, Thursday the 26th of January to Monday 30th January 2023 convene a series of meetings at the Esselenpark Conference Centre in Gauteng as follows:

The African National Congress (ANC) National Executive Committee (NEC) met in a special session on Monday the 5th of December 2022 to deliberate on the Section 89 parliamentary report.

Today marks the 9th anniversary of the passing of one of the great revolutionaries our continent has ever produced, Isithwalandwe Nelson Mandela. His death marked the end of an era.

The African National Congress is shocked at the remarks made by businessman James Motlatsi on Radio 702 this morning Friday, 2nd December 2022 that President Cryil Ramaphosa can’t be told by criminals to leave.

The African National Congress mourns the sad passing of liberation struggle veteran, thought leader and cultural activist, Comrade Vho-Rashaka Ratshiṱanga passed away in the early hours of Monday, 28th of November 2022.

The African National Congress Electoral Committee led by comrade Kgalema Motlanthe will tomorrow, Thursday, 01 December 2022 brief the media on the process and outcomes of branch nominations for the National Executive Committee members ahead of the 55th National Conference.

The NEC deliberated on current challenges facing the nation, such as the ongoing high cost of living and its impact on various segments of society, the national discourse about black economic empowerment, the Electoral Amendment Bill, implementation of the State Capture Commission recommendations, the status of local government coalitions, as well as various international matters. The NEC also considered preparations for the 55th National Conference, which will start in just over a month.

The African National Congress is of the view that the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement tabled by the Minister of Finance Honorable Enoch Godongwane on Wednesday, 26th of October 2022, lays the basis for strengthening the delivery of services by replenishing baselines in front line departments such as health, education and police and the extension of the social relief of distress to March 2024 will help the most vulnerable people, families and households.

It is with profound sadness that the African National Congress has learned of the passing of our Deputy Secretary General, Comrade Yasmin ‘Jessie’ Duarte, during the early morning of Sunday, 17 July 2022.

The African National Congress (ANC) dips its revolutionary banner in honour of the late Comrade José Eduardo Dos Santos. We recall with gratitude the selfless contribution of Angolans and his decisive leadership in fighting colonial oppression and contribution to the liberation of Africans. He continued from President Agostinho Neto in supporting liberation movements in Angola and provided shelter and refuge to the ANC,SWAPO and ZAPO military wings until their independence.

The African National Congress is encouraged by the outcomes of the municipal by-elections held across the country on Wednesday the 6th of July 2022. We are humbled by the confidence our people continue to demonstrate in the ANC. In Matzikama ward 7, the ANC increased its support by 9% compared to the 2021 results.

The African National Congress notes with dismay that some have chosen to distort the call made by the National Executive Committee for businesses and households to invest in renewable energies as an attempt to shift the responsibility and burden of dealing with the electricity crisis away from government onto citizens.

The African National Congress will on, Sunday 26 June 2022, commemorate the 67th anniversary of the Freedom Charter. The Freedom Charter was adopted by South Africans from all walks of life, at the Congress of the People in Kliptown on 26 June 1955 and It served as a vision of a post-apartheid South Africa.

The African National Congress will today, Thursday, 23 June 2022, convene a special National Executive Committee as per the decision of the last National Working Committee to process a number of organizational matters.

The African National Congress welcomes the handover today, Wednesday 22 June 2022, of the final part of the report of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Allegations of State Capture. The ANC expresses its appreciation to the Commission Chairperson, Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, and the Commission staff for their diligent work in producing this report.

The African National Congress is not surprised that ActionSA has banned the use of the word ‘comrades’ within its organisation because it clearly does not understand the real meaning of the term.

The announcement by the Democratic Alliance that it has written to the US Federal Bureau of Investigation to investigate matters relating to a theft at President Cyril Ramaphosa must be dismissed as a crude publicity stunt.

The African National Congress regrets to inform its members, supporters, volunteers and media houses of a decision to postpone the Kwa-Zulu Natal launch of the Letsema programme.

The African National Congress will on Thursday the 09th of June 2022 host a media dialogue on policy discussion documents for Peace & Stability and Balance of Forces.

The African National Congress regrets to inform its members, supporters, volunteers and media houses of a decision to postpone the Kwa-Zulu Natal launch of the Letsema programme.

The African National Congress (ANC) received the sad news of the tragic and untimely passing of one of it’s distinguished comrade, Mpho Moerane yesterday late afternoon. At the the time of his passing, Moerane was the leader of the ANC caucus in the City of Johannesburg (COJ).

The African National Congress is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of renowned gospel singer Mama Deborah Fraser.

The ANC and the People of South Africa condemn in the strongest terms the brutal killing of Al JAZEERA Journalist Shireen Abu Akleh on the 11th of May 2022, while covering an Israeli military operation in Jenna, West Bank.

The African National Congress(ANC) has learnt with sadness of the passing of Hillary Gardee the daughter of former Secretary-General of the Economic Freedom Fighters(EFF), Goldrich Gardee.

The ANC has heartily congratulated Sinn Fein on its historic victory at the recent elections in Northern Ireland. Sinn Féin gained 27 seats, thus holding the majority in Parliament.

The African National Congress(ANC) has learnt with sadness of the passing of Hillary Gardee the daughter of former Secretary-General of the Economic Freedom Fighters(EFF), Goldrich Gardee.

The African National Congress Treasurer General Paul Mashatile will on Thursday 28 April 2022 conduct a post National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting media briefing.

The African National Congress will tomorrow, Thursday 21 April 2022, conduct a media launch of the #Letsema campaign which is about the renewal of the organizations social contract with the people.

The African National Congress (ANC) dips its revolutionary banner as it mourns the passing of Thabo Maemo Masebe, who at the time of his passing on Monday, 18 April 2022 was acting Director General in the Gauteng Provincial Government.

The African National Congress President Comrade Cyril Ramaphosa Ramaphosa will today, 03 April 2022, give a closing address at the 13th Mpumalanga Provincial Conference.

The ANC welcomes the temporary short relief reprieve on fuel levy aimed at assisting citizens amidst the ongoing conflict in Russia and Ukraine. The depressive impact on South Africans has been hard felt and this measure will go a long way in alleviating the impact exacerbated by a rise in food prices. We applaud government for moving with urgency.

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the appointment of Lieutenant General Sehlahle Fannie Masemola as the country’s new National Police Commissioner.

The African National Congress (ANC) has noted an article that appeared in one of the online newspaper accusing the organisation of being a “tax evader”and further that the South African Revenue Services (SARS) has issued a 10 day ultimatum for the payment of over 100 million in tax debt.

The National Executive Committee of the ANC held its regular meeting in a virtual session from 25-27 March 2022. The NEC deliberated on the reports from the National Working Committee on a range of organisational matters, as well as national and international developments.

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the Fourth South African Investment Conference, which is being hosted by President Cyril Ramaphosa and the South African Government in Johannesburg on Thursday, 24 March 2022.

The ANC continues to call on the masses of our people to remember contributions of heroes and heroines who gallantly fought against the racist brutal apartheid regime which deprived the black majority basic human rights.

The African National Congress welcomes the Independent Electoral Commission’s (IEC) dismissal of the South African Broadcasting Corporation’s (SABC) complaint against our Deputy Secretary General, Comrade Jessie Duarte.

The African National Congress joins the people of Limpopo and the rest of the country in mourning the passing on of Ntate Richard Mothebe “Pharephare” Mothupi, a freedom fighter and veteran of our struggle for national liberation who championed the formation of mass democratic movements, under the wretchedness of the apartheid regime.

The African National Congress (ANC) notes the announcement by Statistics South Africa that the economy grew by 1.2% in the fourth quarter of 2021. This was after gross domestic product (GDP) shrunk by 1.7% in the third quarter of last year, mainly due to the violent unrest in July that had a broad negative impact on economic activity.

The African National Congress welcomes the public hearings on Electoral Amendment Bill being undertaken by the Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs throughout the country which started today, Monday, 7 March 2022, in Limpopo.

The African National Congress (ANC) President Cyril Ramaphosa will from tomorrow, Saturday, 26th to Sunday, 27th of February 2022, lead the National Executive Committee (NEC) on the 2021 Local Government Elections evaluation.

The African National Congress (ANC) National Working Committee (NWC) at its regular session on Monday, 17 January 2022, reiterated its best wishes for a speedy recovery to Deputy Secretary General (DSG), comrade Jessie Duarte, who has been on sick leave since November 2021.

The African National Congress will today, Saturday, 15 January 2022, pay homage to one of its senior staffers and former secretary of the movement in the Johannesburg Region Comrade Pule Mlambo.

The African National Congress is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of a Senior staffer in the Office of the Secretary General (SGO) at Luthuli House, Comrade Pule ‘Boutros’ Mlambo.

The African National Congress will celebrate its 110th Anniversary physically in Limpopo on Saturday the 8th of January 2022 after it was unable to do so the previous year owing to the Covid 19 Pandemic that has since claimed thousands of life’s…

The African National Congress welcomes the handover today, Tuesday 4 January 2022, of the first part of the report of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Allegations of State Capture.

The African National Congress wishes President Cyril Ramaphosa well as he resumes his duties in government and in the movement after ending COVID 19 self isolation.

The National Executive Committee of the African National Congress met on Friday, 17 December 2021. The meeting reflected on key developments affecting the country and the organization during the past year, as well as preparations for the 110th anniversary of the ANC on 8 January 2022.

The African National Congress (ANC) Treasurer General, Comrade Paul Mashatile, will be visiting the family of the late Duma Nkosi at his home in Ekurhuleni. The purpose of the visit is to pay homage and convey condolences to his family following his sudden demise.

The African National Congress Deputy President, Comrade David Mabuza will tomorrow, Thursday, 16 December 2021, deliver a keynote address at the 60th anniversary commemoration of the establishment of Umkhonto WeSizwe (MK) at the Freedom Park in Tshwane.

The African National Congress notes the judgement delivered today, Wednesday, 15 December 2021 by the Gauteng Division of the High Court, Pretoria on the medical parole placement of Former President, Comrade Jacob Zuma.

The ANC National Chairperson, Comrade Gwede Mantashe will today, 14 December 2021, address the Amathole Regional Conference in the Eastern Cape.

The African National Congress (ANC) has received news on Sunday, 12 December 2021, that our President, Comrade Cyril Ramaphosa, has tested positive for COVID-19 and now in self-isolation. We wish President Ramaphosa a speedy recovery as he continues to execute his responsibilities from home.

Another giant tree has fallen. The African National Congress (ANC) learned with deep sadness of the passing of former Ambassador comrade Lindiwe Mabuza (13 August 1938- 6 December 2021), at her home, surrounded by her family. Our sincerest condolences to her family, loved ones, friends and comrades.

Comrade Ebrahim joined the liberation movement as a youth activist in 1952, and through the National Indian Congress (NIC) participated in the Congress of the People Campaign, which drew up and adopted the Freedom Charter in 1955. He was active in all the campaigns of the 1950’s, and after the banning of the African National Congress (ANC) in 1960, Ebrahim joined the armed wing of the ANC, Umkhonto WeSizwe in 1961.

The African National Congress (ANC) in the Eastern Cape is shocked and saddened on the sudden passing of ANC Sarah Baartman Regional Chairperson and Sarah Baartman District Executive Mayor, Comrade Mzimkhulu Eric Scara Njadayi.

The DSG was admitted to hospital on Sunday, 28 November 2021 with gastrointestinal
complications requiring various investigations, an interventional procedure and other
treatment. Further results are awaited. The initial procedure has been successful.

The African National Congress media briefing planned for tomorrow on Local
Government latest developments following the establishment of councils throughout
the country will now be addressed by the Head of Elections Comrade Fikile Mbalula.

The African National Congress Deputy Secretary General (DSG) Comrade Jessie Duarte will today, Monday 22 November 2021, brief members of the media on the outcomes of the Special National Executive Committee meeting held on the 21st of November 2021.

The National Executive Committee of the ANC met in a special session on Sunday, 21 November 2021 to consider nominations for mayoral candidates in metro, local and district municipalities. The NEC also considered the report on engagements with other parties in hung municipalities.

The African National Congress today Sunday, 21 November 2021, holds a special meeting of its National Executive Committee at the Saint Georges Hotel, Irene – Tshwane.

The African National Congress has noted media reports of a purported meeting between our President Cyril Ramaphosa and IFP emeritus President, Prince Mangosuthu on a nation wide coalition pact involving hung municipalities.

The African National Congress has completed its engagements with political parties that will be our
partners in the hung municipalities. This process has been a three tier process with discussions involving all layers of leadership throughout the country.

Today members of the ANC who claim to be from the Region of Ekhurhuleni in Gauteng held a protest outside Luthuli House on matters related to candidate selection for the recently held local government elections. The group of protesters held printed posters and various other paraphernalia with messages not in keeping with the unity of our movement.

The African National Congress (ANC), President Cyril Ramaphosa will tomorrow address the organisations 2021 Local Government Elections Thank You Event. The purpose of the event is to thank members of staff, volunteers, and communities in all forms for going out and exercising their democratic right by participating in the 2021 Local Government Elections.

The African National Congress is today, Sunday, 07 November 2021, holding a special meeting of its National Executive Committee at the Saint Georges Hotel, Irene – Tshwane. The gathering is reflecting amongst others on the outcomes of the 2021 Local Government Elections and considering approaches towards coalition governments.

The ANC has assembled a team of negotiators led by the Treasurer General, Cde Paul Mashatile and the Deputy Secretary General, Cde Jessie Duarte. This initiative is one of many constructive engagements that are happening at all levels of the organisation.

South Africa joined the ranks of over 142 countries across the world that managed to hold elections amidst the global Covid 19 pandemic. Our sixth local government election was peaceful, free and fair, despite the hiccups.

The Deputy Secretary-General of the African National Congress, Cde Jessie Duarte, will today brief media on ANC’s Performance in the 2021 Local Government Elections.

The African National Congress joins all parents, teachers, and everyone in South Africa, in wishing the Grade 12 Class of 2021 well with their final exams. These exams signify a crucial point in your schooling career, when you close-off your basic education years, and usher in an opportunity for a more enriching journey of higher education.

ANC CALLS ON COMMUNITIES TO RALLY BEHIND THE VOOMA VACCINATION CAMPAIGN

1 October 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the announcement by His Excellency, President Cyril Ramaphosa to move the country to Covid-19 lockdown Adjusted Alert Level 1. In addition, the ANC urges all South Africans to lend their support to the government-led Vooma Vaccination Weekends aimed at mobilizing citizens to get vaccinated as a means to defeat the COVID-19 pandemic and return the country back to normality.

ANC WELCOMES DECISION BY CONSTITUTIONAL COURT TO UPHOLD DECISION TO ALLOW CANDIDATE REGISTRATION AND ENCOURAGES CITIZENS TO MAKE USE OF LAST OPPORTUNITY TO REGISTER

20 September 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the decision by the Constitutional Court to dismiss the Democratic Alliance’s (DA) application to set aside the Independent Electoral Commission’s (IEC) decision to amend the electoral timetable to allow candidate registration following the open voter registration weekend on 18 - 19 September 2021.

ANC PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA TO LEAD VOTER REGISTRATION CAMPAIGN THIS WEEKEND

17 September 2021

The African National Congress President, Comrade Cyril Ramaphosa and the National Officials will from tomorrow, Saturday, 18th September to Sunday 19th September 2021, lead Members of the National Executive Committee on the 2021 Local Government Elections (LGE) Open Voter Registration weekend campaign across all the nine provinces and in almost all municipal areas of South Africa.

ANC CONDEMNS CARL NIEHAUS'S ILL-DISCIPLINE AND COUNTER-REVOLUTIONARY BEHAVIOUR

9 September 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) has noted with dismay, the ongoing divisive, opportunistic and anti-ANC behaviour by Carl Niehaus. The latest is his personal statement purported to be made on behalf of ANC staff announcing that he would be laying criminal charges regarding the salary matter.

The African National Congress (ANC) extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the late National Freedom Party leader, Zanele kaMagwaza-Msibi.

ANC RESPONDS TO MALICIOUS AND BASELESS ALLEGATIONS BY HELEN ZILLE

1 September 2021

The African National Congress rejects outright the contemptuous insinuations by Helen Zille that the ANC’s decision to withdraw its application to the Electoral Court for reopening of candidate registration was based on “leaks” from the Constitutional Court.

ANC DEPUTY SECRETARY GENERAL, COMRADE JESSIE DUARTE, TO VISIT THE HOME OF THE LATE CDE KEBBY MAPHATSOE

1 September 2021

The African National Congress Deputy Secretary General (DSG), Comrade Jessie Duarte, will today, Wednesday, 1 September 2021, visit the home of the late Comrade Kebby Maphatsoe, to pay homage and convey condolences to the family on behalf of the movement.

ANC STATEMENT ON THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE ELECTORAL COURT APPLICATION

1 September 2021

On 26 August 2021 the African National Congress indicated that it would lodge an application with the Electoral Court requesting it to order the Independent Electoral Commission to amend the electoral time table and reopen the opportunity to register candidates in terms of Section 11(2)(a) of the Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act.

ANC MOURNS THE PASSING OF COMRADE KEBBY MAPHATSOE

31 August 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) has received the news of the passing of its Member of Parliament and President of Umkhonto we Sizwe Military Veterans Association (MKMVA), Comrade Kebby Maphatsoe, with shock and sadness. Death has robbed the liberation movement of one of its most courageous and fearless cadres.

ANC STATEMENT ON CROWD FUNDING CAMPAIGN

29 August 2021

The African National Congress has launched a new strategy for fund raising that is responsive to the Political Party Funding Act requirements. The crowd funding is aimed at mobilising ANC members and supporters to participate in funding ANC programmes and activities.

ANC STATEMENT ON DONATIONS

28 August 2021

The Office of the ANC Treasurer General Comrade Paul Mashatile has noted with concern a misleading statement by faceless people who allege that a selection of business people donated money to the Treasurer General.

ANC DSG JESSIE DUARTE TO BRIEF THE MEDIA ON THE APPROACH TO THE ELECTORAL COURT ON THE REGISTRATION OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCILLORS

26 August 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) Deputy Secretary General, comrade Jessie Duarte will today, Thursday, 26 August 2021 brief the media on the ANC’s intention to approach the Electoral Court to apply for an order re-opening local government candidate registration, and further alternative relief, for the 27 October 2021 local government elections.

ANC DSG JESSIE DUARTE TO BRIEF THE MEDIA ON COUNCILLOR CANDIDATE LIST SUBMISSION TO THE IEC

23 August 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) Deputy Secretary General (DSG) Comrade Jessie Duarte, will this evening, 23 August 2021, brief the media on the organizations 2021 Local Government Elections Councillor candidate list submission to the Independent Electoral Commission.

ANC TO SUPPORT FAMILIES OF THE COSAS THREE AT GAUTENG SOUTH HIGH COURT

22 August 2021

The African National Congress (ANC), Head of Organising and Mass Mobilisation Comrade Nomvula Mokonyane, together with members of the ANC in Gauteng, the ANC Women’s League and the Congress of South African Students (COSAS) will be at the Gauteng South High Court tomorrow morning to support the families of the COSAS Three plus One.

ANC Statement on the By-elections taking place this week

17 May 2021

On, Wednesday, the 19th of May 2021, the ANC will be participating in municipal by-elections across different parts of the country.

The ANC urges all its members and supporters to go out in their numbers and vote for ANC candidates.

The ANC views local government as the coalface of service delivery and a door-step to democracy. Our ward councillor selection process, which is undepinned by community participation, is designed to advance people’s power in action.

ANC host Virtual Memorial Service to remember Jackson Mthembu

25 January, 2021

The African National Congress will today, 25th of January 2021, hold a virtual memorial service in honour of its National Executive Committee member and minister in the Presidency Comrade Jackson Mthembu. Comrade Jackson passed away on Thursday, 21 January 2021, following Covid-19 related complications and was laid to rest on Sunday the 24 of January 2021 as per national lockdown regulations.

Closing remarks by President Cyril Ramaphosa to the ANC NEC Lekgotla

24 January, 2021

As this Lekgotla of the ANC National Executive Committee draws to a close, we are reminded of the difficult and painful times through which we are living. Earlier today, we bid farewell to one of our most beloved NEC members, Cde Jackson Mthembu. Yesterday, we heard with deep sadness of the passing of Jonas Gwanga, a revolutionary cultural icon. As we mourn their passing, we remember all those within our movement and society who have lost their lives.

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa to deliver Closing Address at the NEC Lekgotla

24 January, 2021

African National Congress (ANC) President Comrade Cyril Ramaphosa will today, Sunday, the 24th of January 2021 deliver a closing address at the Virtual National Executive Committee Lekgotla.

ANC Secretary General Comrade Ace Magashule to visit the family of late music legend Jonas Gwangwa

24 January, 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) Secretary General Comrade Ace Magashule will today, 24 January 2021, pay a courtesy visit to the family of late cultural legend and icon, Jonas Gwangwa, who passed away yesterday at the age of 83. Secretary General Magashule will use the courtesy visit to convey condolences on behalf of the National Executive Committee

ANC mourns passing of music legend Jonas Gwangwa

23 January, 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) has learned with shock and sadness of the passing of our cultural legend and icon, Jonas Gwangwa at the age of 83.

ANC mourns the passing of Cde Jackson “Mvelase” Mthembu, NEC Member and Minister in the Presidency

21 January, 2021

The ANC learned with shock of the passing of its National Executive Committee (NEC) member and Minister in the Presidency, comrade Jackson “Mvelase” Mthembu, after a battle with Covid 19.
Born 5 June 1958 in Witbank (now Emalahleni, Mpumalanga), Cde Jackson (62) mostly referred to in his clan name “Mvelase” has dedicated his entire life to the struggle for a better South Africa and world.

ANC Statement on an inquiry into allegations of unfair racial discrimination and procedural unfairness by Medical Schemes

21 January, 2021

The African National Congress is concerned by findings of the interim report drafted for the Council for Medical Schemes released on 19th January 2021 which found that three top medical aid schemes are guilty of racial discrimination.

ANC to host NEC Lekgotla

21 January, 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) will, from tomorrow, Friday, the 22nd of January 2021 to Sunday, the 24th of January 2021, hold a virtual National Executive Committee (NEC) Lekgotla.

ANC mourns the passing of Abdul Bhamjee

20 January, 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) is saddened by the passing of legendary football administrator, Abdul Bhamjee. His death marks the end of a golden era of South African football. The history of South African football will be incomplete without mentioning the name of this shrewd and dedicated servant of the game.

ANC mourns the passing of Comrade Muntukayise Bhekuyise Ntuli

17 January, 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) dips its revolutionary banner in honour of Comrade Muntukayise Bhekuyise “Mphemba” Ntuli, a tried and tested freedom fighter who served our revolutionary movement with selfless dedication and utmost loyalty. Comrade Bhekuyise was mostly referred to in his clan name “Mphemba”. Death be not proud!

ANC mourns the passing of Television actor and Producer Sam Phillips

16 January, 2021

The African National Congress is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of renowned actor, director, producer, writer and music composer Ntate Sam Phillips. He passed away this morning, Saturday 16 January 2021, at the age of 72. Phillips passing leaves a huge void in the performing arts industry as a whole.

ANC mourns the passing of radio legend, Welcome Bhodloza Nzimande

15 January, 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) has received the news of the passing of radio legend, Welcome Bhodloza Nzimande, with shock and sadness. We join the South African Broadcasting Service (SABC) family and the music industry in mourning the loss of this giant of the airwaves. His passing marks the end of a golden era in the history of broadcasting.

ANC mourns the passing of former President of Pudemo Mario Thembela Masuku

13 January, 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) is deeply saddened by the passing on of Comrade Mario Masuku, a stalwart of the movement, the former President of the People’s United Democratic Movement (PUDEMO) and the leader of the people of Swaziland.

Now let us talk of Freedom,. Everywhere in the world today, the oppressed and exploited masses of people are up in arms. They are fighting against the forces of colonialism and imperialism. They are making great sacrifices to redeem their human dignity and fundamental liberties from the shackles of bondage.

Mr. Chairman, the World Peace Council is most grateful to you and to the Special Political Committee of the General Assembly for this opportunity for our delegation to be heard on the crucial problems posed by the policy of apartheid pursued by the racist Pretoria regime.

As a criminal court Judge in New York City and former City Human Rights Commissioner, it may seem unusual for me to appear here to testify about South Africa. However, I appear since recently I spent ten days in South Africa as one of two observers for my church, the American Protestant Episcopal Church, at the trial in Johannesburg of the Dean of the Anglican Cathedral there.

The African National Congress South Africa vehemently condemns decision to impose state of emergency by queensland government during tour South Africa racist team. Demonstrations and actions of people and workers against tour fully consistent with United Nations resolution to combat racism and Apartheid in 1971.

We forward herewith a statement of the African National Congress of South Africa on the announcement by the Tory Government of the United Kingdom that it would. resume arms sale to South Africa.

At the South African Races Congress held at Toleni the inaugural address, of which the following is the substance, was delivered by The PRESIDENT (J. TENGO JABAVU) who cordially welcomed the Chiefs, delegates and people, some of whom had travelled long distances to be present.

Our friend and neighbour, the Rev. John L. Dube, Principal of the Ohlange Native Industrial School, has received the high honour of being elected the first President of the newly inaugurated Inter-State Native Congress, Mr. Dube has issued a manifesto to his countrymen which is so good that we regret we cannot find sufficient space for it.

ANC Statements

CONTINUITY AND CHANGE - ANC NATIONAL AND PROVINCIAL CANDIDATES LIST

AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS WELCOMES YEAR-ON-YEAR DECREASE IN UNEMPLOYMENT STATISTICS

ANC STATEMENT ON THE OUTCOMES OF THE SPECIAL NATiONAL COMMITTEE

ANC OBSERVES THE 9th ANNIVERSARY OF PRESIDENT NELSON MANDELA’S PASSING