ANC dismisses reports on special NEC deliberations regarding SACP election bid
via The Citizen17 hours ago11 min read
The ANC has dismissed reports concerning its special National Executive Committee NEC deliberations on the South African Communist Party's SACP decision to contest elections independently. ANC national spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu stated that these reports, based on anonymous sources and speculative interpretations, do not represent the ANC's official position. The SACP resolved in December 2024 to contest elections outside the ANC umbrella, citing the ANC's embrace of neoliberalism and abandonment of a pro-poor agenda. This announcement was made by SACP General-secretary Solly Mapaila on January 6, marking a significant shift in the Tripartite Alliance, which includes the ANC, SACP, and Cosatu. Bhengu confirmed that the ANC has been engaging with the SACP on this resolution and has also consulted with other Alliance partners. Following the special NEC meeting, ANC national officials have been mandated to engage further with the SACP leadership and other Alliance partners. The ANC plans to issue a comprehensive communiqué once these consultations are concluded.
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