The theatrics in the ANC leave much to be desired. All of this is due to character flaws and scandals that have become commonplace, setting a bad precedent for the second-layer leadership. Sadly, the infighting and divisions have made a mess of the hegemony of our glorious movement on every level of society.

Not only is this tragic and a real threat to its unity, but it will also paralyse efforts to breathe confidence into both the ANC women’s and youth leagues. The actors don’t even realise that their role and contribution to the mess will cancel out the legacy of our forebears. Some remain associated with selfishness, deceit, ethical controversies and secret deals or money laundering activities...

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