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Dr Pule Elias Matjoa, the last surviving member of Nelson Mandela’s 12 Disciples, was laid to rest in Bloemfontein on 9 May after passing away on 1 May at age 88. Tributes highlighted his roles as an uMkhonto we Sizwe combatant and pioneer in Free State dentistry.

April 28, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe arranged for two SUVs to be delivered to Luthuli House on 25 April 2026 ahead of an ANC Women’s League meeting. Daily Maverick reports that only one vehicle was the original BAIC X55 donated in late 2023, while the other was a different model obtained by her daughter. The move followed scrutiny over the vehicles' registration in her children’s names.

The African National Congress in the Free State province says it is on track to stabilise the party, beginning at branch level. Provincial secretary Polediso Motsoeneng announced that 244 out of 319 branches have elected their executive committees. Remaining branches must complete elections by the end of April.

March 30, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the ANC's Limpopo provincial elective conference in Polokwane, calling on delegates to secure 90% in upcoming local government elections. The event saw unopposed leadership elections, with Premier Phophi Ramathuba becoming the first female provincial chairperson. Tensions surfaced over the SACP's independent election bids.

The Pan African Congress (PAC) in Gauteng has criticised the African National Congress (ANC) government for failing to deliver on land appropriation and service promises, calling it an insult to Sharpeville massacre victims. The party held a commemoration event at Dlomo Dam in Sharpeville.

March 21, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has called for the United States ambassador Leo Bozell III to face diplomatic discipline following remarks that breached protocol, for which Bozell has apologised. Speaking at an ANC march in Johannesburg on Human Rights Day, Mbalula emphasised South Africa's commitment to its sovereignty.