ANC Gauteng regions race against time to convene congresses ahead of 2026 elections

The party goes back to basics as it crafts coursework for its leaders and mandates its regions to conduct community work

15 April 2025 - 04:30 By LIZEKA TANDWA and SISANDA MBOLEKWA

With the ANC facing its most challenging local government elections following its dismal performance in 2024, the upcoming regional conferences will serve as a litmus test. ..

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