Tag: African National Congress

CELEBRITIES

Viral clip of ANC officials’ physical transformations sparks online corruption discourse

A viral compilation video contrasting old campaign footage of African National Congress (ANC) officials with their recent public appearances has triggered widespread debate across social media platforms. Also see: ANC takes IEC to the Electoral Court The short clip, which tracks the visible physical weight gain of several high-profile politicians over their tenure in government, […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Old video of Fikile Mbalula calling Bafana ‘useless bunch of losers’ resurfaces

After ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula thanked Bafana Bafana for their historic win against South Korea and that they did it for Africa, one social media user reminded the minister about his negative 2014 comments about the national soccer team. Also see: Fikile Mbalula’s message to Bafana after win causes a stir Fikile Mbalula disses Bafana Bafana […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Historic moment as Ramathuba becomes first woman to lead ANC Limpopo

Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has been elected unopposed as the first female provincial chairperson of the African National Congress in Limpopo, replacing Stanley Mathabatha. Also see: Limpopo premier Phophi Ramathuba congratulates Makhadzi on BET win Her election took place at the Polokwane Cricket Club after the High Court of South Africa dismissed an urgent bid […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

‘One loaf, one family’: ANC under fire for bread distribution during campaign

The African National Congress (ANC) has faced criticism after a video circulated on social media showing party volunteers handing out loaves of bread to residents as part of an apparent campaign event ahead of the upcoming local government elections. Also see: Jacinta Ngobese threatens legal action against the ANC In the video, a volunteer says “one […]

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