The ANC says it must focus on organisational renewal and electoral rebuilding, with Mbalula stressing that there is “no 2027 without 2026” as succession debates continue within the party.
ANC secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula, has told delegates he will not be “blackmailed” amid growing internal tensions and succession talk within the party, insisting that the organisation must prioritise rebuilding ahead of the 2026 local government elections.
Mbalula was speaking at the ANC West Rand 12th regional conference on Tuesday, where he addressed delegates after the election of new regional leadership and warned against internal divisions that he said were weakening the movement.
William Matsheke was elected chairperson, Lucky Sele deputy chairperson, Mkhuseli Jokazi regional secretary, Mcebisi Moyeni deputy regional secretary, and Nozuko Best regional treasurer.
He told delegates the conference had proceeded successfully, despite earlier interruptions, and said the party must now shift focus to organisational renewal and rebuilding support ahead of the next electoral cycle.
