In conversation with Dr Gwen Ramokgopa.

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In conversation with Dr Dwen Ramokgopa, ANC Treasurer General on the state of the party post conference and the Jan 8 statement.

ANC January 8th Statement: Promises, promises — but can they be kept?

While the official start of the 2022 political year, the ANC’s January 8th Statement, has been overshadowed by the Parliament fire and the release of the first part of the Zondo Commission report, it is clear the party is still hoping to set a tone for the year. And that the words and thoughts of the official document are a response both to last year’s local election results and the chaos within the party itself.

This matters. The ANC is still the only political party able to form a national coalition of interests in our country. But, despite the noble aims to improve service delivery, and work for unity, the road ahead for the movement is still strewn with self-constructed potholes. And the usual promises.
10 Jan 2023 8AM English South Africa Education · Careers

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