ANC takes bold step to revamp leadership in key provinces after election setbacks

In response to disappointing results in the 2024 general elections, the African National Congress (ANC) is set to overhaul the provincial executive committees in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal (KZN).

Eyewitness News reported on Monday that the party’s national leadership reached this decision during a two-day national executive committee (NEC) meeting over the weekend, where they weighed options including disbandment and reconfiguration.

With the ANC losing its majority in these crucial regions, Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula announced at a media briefing on Monday afternoon that the party had opted for a reconfiguration. He emphasized that this decision reflects the party’s highest decision-making authority between conferences.

Mbalula also mentioned that the specifics of this reconfiguration plan will be finalized within the week, signaling a proactive approach to regain the party’s footing in the provinces.