ANC Conference Halted Over Branch Disputes
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ANCs Eastern Cape Conference Halted: Court Rules on Branch Disputes
The African National Congress (ANC) faced a significant setback as its Eastern Cape provincial conference was halted by a High Court ruling. The court ordered a pause in preparations until branch disputes were resolved, effectively postponing the event scheduled for this weekend.
The dispute centers around a power struggle within the province, with chair Oscar Mabuyane seeking a third term to strengthen his national ambitions. Hes challenged by provincial secretary Lulama Ngcukayitobi, and influential leaders like secretary-general Fikile Mbalula are reportedly backing Mabuyane.
Branch leaders, who initiated the legal action, argued that the ANC violated its own rules by conducting a verification process just one week before the conference, instead of the required two. They claimed this rushed process infringed on members rights and concealed issues with branch qualifications.
In response, justice minister Mmamoloko Kubayi criticized the ruling as irrational and announced an immediate appeal. She highlighted the inconvenience caused to hundreds of members who had already traveled to East London.
This development may have implications for other provinces grappling with similar conflicts, potentially exposing the ANCs deepening internal divisions at a critical time for the party.
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