Motlanthe committee assumes control of ANC Eastern Cape dispute process

Motlanthe issued revised instructions, directing all disputes and appeals to be lodged directly with his committee within 48 hours. The reason for this change was not provided, but it is understood that some ANC branches in the Eastern Cape distrust the NDRC and provincial structures to handle the process fairly. This intervention follows previous issues where disputes were lodged with the provincial list committee, and provincial dispute resolution structures were perceived as compromised.

The Motlanthe committee was responsible for drafting ANC guidelines for various party meetings and conferences. Tensions in the Eastern Cape have been fueled by recent court battles where grassroots structures successfully challenged unprocedural and unconstitutional processes, including the hurried appointment of the ANC provincial task team. Members are concerned about a repeat of the 2021 local election candidate disputes, where legitimately nominated candidates were allegedly replaced by politically connected individuals.

Aggrieved branches in the Eastern Cape are planning a protest to demand an end to provincial interference in branch activities, manipulation of meetings and nominations, and the disbanding of elected branches. They also seek the reinstatement of the