Helen Zille’s criticism of Panyaza Lesufi is intensifying divisions within the ANC as local elections approach, with analysts warning that these internal rifts could weaken the party.
ANC insiders, analyst and politicians say the DA federal chairperson Helen Zille 's attack on Gauteng ANC chairperson Panyaza Lesufi is dividing the ANC internally. Picture: Bhekikhaya MabasoAn insider from the ANC , along with analysts and politicians, report that DA Federal Chairperson Helen Zille ’s recent criticism of Gauteng ANC Chairperson Panyaza Lesufi is causing significant internal divisions within the ANC ahead of the local government elections.
Recently, the DA, under Zille’s leadership, wrote to President Cyril Ramaphosa demanding action against Lesufi, accusing him of overstepping his authority in Gauteng and ignoring national directives. This controversy follows the removal of DA councillor Cilliers Brink as mayor of Tshwane, a motion supported by the ANC, ActionSA, and the Economic Freedom Fighters .In response, Lesufi asserted that the ANC would not be dictated to by the DA, emphasising the party’s unity.
He noted that the DA tends to focus on individuals like Lesufi, rather than recognising the orchestrated divisions behind the scenes. He pointed out that the ANC’s alliance with the DA was intended to deter opposition efforts regarding President Ramaphosa’s handling of the Phala Phala scandal.
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