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ANC SG Fikile Mbalula Reprimands Deputy Minister Bernice Swart On One Loaf, One Family Campaign

Philani Mzila — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:19:41 +0000

The Secretary General (SG) of the African National Congress (ANC) Fikile “Razzmatazz” Mbalula has reprimanded Member of Parliament and Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environmental Affairs Bernice Swart.

Swart is being reprimanded for trying to aid the ANC from losing more voters in the upcoming elections by launching her own campaign strategy called “One Loaf, One Family” which sent social media abuzz since Monday.

MDNtv News is in possession of the leaked letter that was sent to Swart.

“As per our telephonic conversation, the social media space is abuzz with the utterances you made on a campaign supposedly distributing one loaf of bread per family in the name of the African National Congress. As you would know, this campaign on distributing one loaf of bread per family was not sanctioned by the ANC and furthermore brought the organisation into disrepute.

“This therefore serves not only to reprimand you against what you have been engaged with in this regard, but also to direct you to stop this campaign as it is not only detrimental to the organisation but also an insult to the indigent in our communities,” he said.

The letter further reads: “You are therefore directed to desist from initiating any other similar campaign that may bring the ANC into disrepute. Since 1994, the ANC led government has been in the forefront of a number of social transformation programmes with specific measures undertaken towards elimination of poverty amongst our people such as social grants for the elderly, children grants, grants for those with disabilities, feeding scheme at selected school, support for scholar transport, access to health for all, NSFAS for students in higher education, housing for those who cannot afford own shelter and a lot more.

“Therefore, any campaign must be premised on what government and the private sector must do to eliminate poverty and inequality and not piecemeal efforts that insult the dignity of our people. Where individual initiatives are undertaken, inclusive of those by the structures of the organisation, they must not undermine the dignity of our people, irrespective of their socio-economic status,” the letter reads.

Earlier, the ANC distanced itself from the One Loaf On Family campaign.

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The MK Party Has Invited The KZN ANC To Discuss Possible Coalition Government

Philani Mzila — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:34:45 +0000

They say there are no permanent enemies in politics. This is the situation between Umkhonto Wesizwe Party (MK Party) which has written to the African National Congress (ANC) Secretary General (SG) Fikile Mbalula and the ANC KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Convener Jeff Radebe and Coordinator Mike Mabuyakhulu to invite them into discussion about a possible coalition government.

In a statement released late on Monday the MK Party, it has been engaged in meetings with the National Freedom Party (NFP) and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) to discuss the constitution of a new coalition government in KZN.

“These discussions are ongoing and form part of the efforts to establish a stable, inclusive and effective governance framework for the province. In the spirit of cooperation and inclusive political engagement, we hereby formally invite the African National Congress (ANC) to participate in these discussions. The proposed date for the next engagement is 7 March 2026, with the time and venue to be confirmed in due course.

“We would appreciate confirmation of your delegation and availability at your earliest convenience. We trust that your participation will add meaningful value to the process. We look forward to your positive response and to a constructive engagement in the interests of the people of KwaZulu-Natal,” the statement read.

Sunday Tribune reported that the MKP wanted to push for the second motion of no confidence against Inkatha Freedom Party Premier Thami Ntuli.

The former president Jacob Zuma-led party tabled the first motion against the Cabinet in December, but it fell flat as the majority of the MPLs voted against it.

The MKP, which had the backing of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), had placed its hope on the National Freedom Party’s (NFP) only seat to get numbers to vote in favour of the motion.

However, the NFP’s only MPL, Mbali Shinga, who is the Social Development MEC in the Government of Provincial Unity (GPU), voted against it.

Shinga is currently facing disciplinary action for defying the party’s instruction to step out of the GPU and to also vote for the motion. If she is found guilty, her membership in the party could be terminated.

The NFP has in the past written a letter to the Speaker of the provincial legislature, Nontembeko Boyce, requesting Shinga’s removal from the MEC position, but Boyce had rejected the request, saying Shinga’s suspension from her party did not meet the constitutional and legal threshold for removal as she’s still a member of the party.

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ANC Gauteng Convenor Panyaza Lesufi Mum On The Question on Supporting Pateice Motsepe as Potential ANC Presidential Candidate

Philani Mzila — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:17:32 +0000

ANC Gauteng Co‑Convenor Panyaza Lesufi refused to declare whether he would support Billionaire Businessman and CAF President Patrice Motsepe in a possible bid for ANC President ahead of the 2027 elective conference, describing the debate as “still mute.”

Lesufi refused to declare his support during his interview with former Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Spokesperson Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi during his show called “Power Talk with Dr. Ndlozi” show on Power FM 98.7.

Motsepe, who has consistently denied any political ambitions, has nevertheless become a topic of speculation.

Supporters argue that his high profile and financial resources could inject new energy into the party, while critics caution that elevating a wealthy outsider risks reinforcing perceptions of elite influence disconnected from grassroots members.

Lesufi’s careful response underscores the ANC’s internal tensions, with senior figures such as Deputy President Paul Mashatile, Fikile Mbalula, and others already considered potential candidates.

Political analysts say that unresolved divisions over leadership direction, party unity, and strategy could stall momentum and intensify factional battles well before delegates convene for the 2027 conference.

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Award winning Gospel Artist Bucy Radebe Blames Unfair Treatment Which Forced Her Not To Perform During The ANC 114 Anniversary

Philani Mzila — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 07:56:00 +0000

Award winning Gospel sensation Bucy Radebe has explained why she decided to leave the African National Congress (ANC) 114 Anniversary Celebration that was held in the rural Murulung Stadium in the North West on Saturday.

The “Uzuy’gcin’impilo Yami” hitmaker , decided not to perform at the ANC event after she was made to wait for eight hours before she takes to the stage.

Explaining her decision to leave, Bucy said that the ANC officials further threatened not to book her in future including in government event because she decided to leave without performing on Saturday.

“I arrived at the venue at 08:00 am, I was told I will perform after interfaith but another artist did while I was backstage. Around 3 pm, my MD was told I will perform after cutting of cake and I watched how another artist was ushered while I was backstage.

“I decided to leave and my team was told that I will never be booked even on government functions, which I’m ok with. No booking made me,I started to be booked after God discovered me. I apologise to everyone who wished to see me but I was hurt by the treatment,” she wrote.

The post has since been taken down.

It was followed by another where Bucy said she wished that ANC Secretary General (SG) Fikile Mbalula and the ANC’s Womens League had shown the same love they showed her during Umanyano that was held in Rustenburg.

“The ANC Women’s League and Mr Fikile Mbalula gave me so much love on 8th January after I decided to pass and greet them unannounced as they held their Umanyano service in Rustenburg. Wish same thing could have happened on Saturday,” she wrote.

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Peter Mokaba Memorial Lecture | ANC & ANCYL Leaders Address Mogwase

MDNtv — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:51:25 +0000

The African National Congress Youth League hosts the Peter Mokaba Memorial Lecture as part of efforts to honour the legacy of one of South Africa’s most influential liberation icons.

The lecture takes place in Mogwase, North West Province, and features addresses by Fikile Mbalula, ANC Secretary-General, and Collen Malatji, President of the ANC Youth League.

The memorial lecture reflects on the life, activism and enduring contribution of Peter Mokaba, whose legacy continues to inspire youth activism, political discipline and commitment to social and economic justice.

The event is held at JM Ntsime Hall and forms part of broader political education and mobilisation initiatives by the ANCYL.

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ANC Media Briefing on Venezuela: Fikile Mbalula Addresses Political Situation

MDNtv — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:27:07 +0000

The African National Congress (ANC) is hosting a media briefing at the Rustenburg Civic Centre in North West to outline its position on the political situation in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.

The briefing is addressed by ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula and focuses on recent developments with implications for international law, national sovereignty, and global peace.

According to the ANC, the engagement forms part of its long-standing commitment to international solidarity and progressive internationalism, grounded in the principles of self-determination, non-interference, and respect for the sovereignty of nations.

Venue: Rustenburg Civic Centre, Rustenburg
Time: 11:00
Date: Tuesday, 06 January 2026

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ANC’s Renewal Programme Tainted As Two senior ANC members of the Bojanala Region Arrested For Extortion

Philani Mzila — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 02:00:11 +0000

In what is seemed as the complete disregard of the African National Congress (ANC) National General Council (NGC) resolution of renewal, two senior members of the biggest Region in the North West were arrested last night on charges of Extortion.

ANC General Secretary Fikile Mbalula re-affirmed the stance of the organisation when it comes to corruption, during the ANC’s NGC that took place in Boksburg in Johannesburg from Monday and ended on Friday there is no place for corrupt leaders in the party.

Barely hours after ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa closed the 7th NGC meeting, two ANC seniors leaders Raymond Nchane Moraile who is the Regional Secretary and Peter Phaswana Lehong who is the member of the mayoral council for Public Safety and Ward 2 in Madibeng Local Municipality from Bojanala Region in the North West were arrested in Menylyn in Pretoria last night.

Moraile and Lehong were arrested by the Hawks are facing the charges of extortion.

It is alleged that Moraila and Lehong and their driver abandoned the closing day of the NGC to attend a meeting with a contractor whom they wanted to extort a sum of R300 000 in Menylyn Main Shopping centre.

According to reliable sources within the North West ANC, Moraila, Lehong and their driver Menzi Mgangi were caught in an operation by the Hawks after they had reassured the businesman a tender to be appointed with 15 contractors for hiring plant and equipment at Madibeng Local Municipality over a 36-month period.

Sources claim that the pair asked the contractor to deliver R300 000 hard cash personally to them not knowing that there was a trap set up by the Hawks.

“They thought they had scored a jackpot and it something that has been going on for a while where they influence tenders to be awarded to their preferred candidates for a certain amount. They totally disregarded the ANC mandate of renewal and this comes with huge embarassment not to the North West ANC but to the ANC as the organisation,” the first source said.

Another source said that this was an embarassment to the North West ANC as the ANC ‘s January 8 Celebration will be held in the province.

“Bojanala is the biggest Region and this is the huge embarassment. They must consider their careers as members of the organisation as history if they will be found guilty. They will not escape this one. These ones are gone, now Bojanala Region must cleansed itself and prove that not all members from the top structures are corrupt,” another source said.

When the North West ANC Spokesperson, Tumelo Maruping was contacted for comment, he said they are not aware about the matter.

“Kindly note that, we are yet to receive a formal report on this matter. So far we only saw it on social networks. We will put across our position once the story is clarified,” Maruping said.

Hawks Spokesperson, Katlego Mogale confirmed the incident.

“Three suspects aged 39, 40 and 42 including a Ward Councillor, a driver and member of a political party from Madibeng Municipality in Brits were are expected in court following their arrest at Menlyn on Thursday by the Anti-Corruption Investigation, Head Office of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI).

“The trio were arrested in an intelligence driven operation after they demanded a gratification amounting to R300,000-00 from a local businessman, in exchance for the awarding of a tender, which was advertised by the Madibeng Municipality during November 2025.,” she said.

Mogale said that it is alleged that the complainant was contacted by one of the suspects inquiring if the businessman was interested in being assisted to secure a tender.

“The trio is reported to have arranged a meeting with the businessman wherein they discussed the amount to exchange hands. The law abiding businessman then reported the matter to the Serious Corruption Investigation who in turn obtained the necessary documents to set up an operation,” she said.

When Ramaphosa was delivering the political overview report, he stressed about the quality of cadres and pointing out that corruption was the biggest challenge in the the organisation.

National spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri defended the ANC saying that it was individuals that were corrupt not the ANC.

“I always say that if the ANC was a corrupt party, not individuals we would not be poor. We would be tapping into the resources of the state as a governing party. We insist that the ANC is not a corrupt organisation. Individuals found to be involved in corrupt activities must face the full might of the law,” she said.

All three will be appearing in the Pretoria Magistrates court (Friday) today.

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ANC MEDIA BRIEFING AT THE 5TH NATIONAL GENERAL COUNCIL

MDNtv — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:12:41 +0000

The African National Congress hosts a media briefing alongside the 5th National General Council. The briefing provides updates on the progress of commissions, key organisational themes under discussion, and the direction the Council is taking as it moves toward the adoption of resolutions.

ANC leadership outlines the central issues raised by delegates which include organisational renewal, government performance, economic recovery, job creation, and the strengthening of internal accountability. The media briefing also highlights the programme for the remaining sessions of the NGC and the anticipated outcomes that will shape the movement in the year ahead.

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Minister of Defence Angie Motshekga and Chief of South African Navy Vice Admiral Monde Lobese.

Philani Mzila — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:14:42 +0000

The Minister of Defence Angie Motshekga has threatened to take appropriate steps to deal with the Chief of South African Navy Vice Admiral Monde Lobese after he made serious allegations against the top management of the department.

Motshekga’s outburst comes after Lobese raised concernes about the underfunding of the South African Defence Force (SANDF) which he described as something that was done purposely.

Lobese made these remarks while addressing the Chief of the Navy’s Prestige Charity Ball at St George’s Hotel in Tshwane over the weekend.

“For our Cabinet to approve the reduction of the SANDF work force or strength is actually nothing far from telling us to implement a defence version of what General Mkhwanazi has disclosed in the Madlanga Commission with regard to the closure of the Political Killing Task Team,” Lobese said.

He further said: “The unpatriotic and what appears to be a sellout posture of defunding the SA Navy and SANDF in general, leaves me with a question of whether the people behind what I would like to call ‘nonsense’ are not busy with a mission to privatise the SA Navy and the SANDF.

“We are required to produce Annual Performance Plans and Defence Reviews one after another, and what saddens me is knowing very well that this requirement is just a mind game as these will not be resourced,” said Lobese.

Responding to the remarks made by Lobese, Motshekga said that the incident was the unfortunate outburst.

“The Department of Defence has noted with concern comments made by the Chief of the South African Navy, Vice Admiral Monde Lobese, a senior member of the Military Command, during the SA Navy Gala Dinner held over the past weekend,” the statement reads.

The statement further read that

Lobese made an unfortunate statement that cast aspersions at the leadership of government.

“The Minister regards these remarks not only as inappropriate, disingenuous and unfortunate on a matter he is fully aware that is receiving attention at all levels, starting from within the department to Parliament. The Minister will be taking appropriate steps to deal with this unfortunate outburst worst still from a senior person at his level.

The views expressed at the event do not reflect the official position of the Department,” the statement said.

On Monday, the African National Congress (ANC) Secretary General Fikile Mbalula lambasted Lobese for speaking out on the matters of the defence ministry publicly.

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Live 🔴 ANC NEC Media Briefing In Ekurhuleni

MDNtv — Sat, 02 Aug 2025 10:01:36 +0000

Live ANC NEC Media Briefing In Ekrhuleni

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