LESUFI DISTANCES HIMSELF FROM ANC ELECTIVE CONFERENCE LEADERSHIP POSITION, CALLS FOR PARTY RENEWAL
GAUTENG: Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has distanced himself from calls or nominations positioning him for a leadership responsibility at the upcoming ANC elective conference, saying his priority is to rebuild the organisation and promote unity within the broader alliance.
In a statement, Lesufi politely and respectfully appealed to those behind the campaign or nomination to withdraw it, making it clear that he is neither available nor willing to take up the proposed responsibility.
“Those behind this, I politely and respectfully so, request that it be removed. Our focus should be on rebuilding the ANC and the renewal of our movement,” Lesufi said.
He further emphasised that the African National Congress should prioritise unity within the alliance and progressive formations, rather than allowing leadership discussions to overshadow the organisation’s renewal agenda.
Lesufi said he had consistently communicated his position on various platforms, reiterating that he was not interested in taking on the responsibility being proposed. The 54th National Elective conference will take place in December 2027
