ANC Extends Mandate of KZN Provincial Task Team and Calls for Urgent Reconvening of Provincial General Council

In a move to tackle ongoing challenges within its KwaZulu-Natal structures, the African National Congress has extended the mandate of its Provincial Task Team while instructing the province to reconvene its Provincial General Council. These decisions, outlined in recent communications from Secretary General Fikile Mbalula, come as the party grapples with delays in branch meetings and prepares for its upcoming National General Council. With the ANC facing an existential threat in the province after heavy losses in the 2024 elections, these steps aim to strengthen unity and renewal ahead of future polls.
This development highlights the party’s push for organisational stability in one of its key battlegrounds, where competition from rivals like the uMkhonto weSizwe Party has eroded support. As South Africans watch the ANC’s renewal efforts, the focus remains on rebuilding grassroots structures to regain voter trust.
Details of the PTT Mandate Extension
The ANC National Executive Committee resolved on 1 December 2025 to extend the mandate of the Provincial Task Team in KwaZulu-Natal until the next NEC meeting, set for before the end of February 2026. This extension applies to the team appointed on 25 February 2025, which had its original term end on 25 November 2025. The decision draws from rule 12.2.4 of the ANC Constitution, which empowers the NEC to suspend or dissolve a Provincial Executive Committee and appoint an interim structure for up to nine months during periods of suspension or dissolution.
The extension allows time for the NEC to assess further interventions needed for organisational matters in the province. It reflects concerns over the PTT’s limited success in relaunching and stabilising party structures, a key goal since its formation. During this period, the team must continue its work to ensure the ANC’s provincial, regional, and branch levels function democratically and effectively.
Instructions for Reconvening the Provincial General Council
In a separate directive dated 2 December 2025, Fikile Mbalula instructed the KwaZulu-Natal PTT to reconvene the Provincial General Council no later than 5 December 2025. The PGC, initially planned for 29 November 2025, must now prioritise legitimate delegates from properly constituted and quorated Branch General Meetings. This follows reports that most branches failed to meet the original deadline of 28 November 2025 for holding these meetings.
To address the shortfall, branches have been granted a two-day extension from 2 to 4 December 2025 to convene their BGMs. All regions must be informed of this decision by 2 December 2025, with PTT and Regional Task Team members deployed to branches to ensure successful outcomes. Failure to hold proper BGMs could lead to forfeited rights to participate in the PGC, underscoring the urgency for full branch involvement.
The reconvened PGC will serve as a platform for branches and structures to engage with national discussion documents, review the province’s performance, and prepare inputs for the broader party renewal process.
Background on the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Task Team
The Provincial Task Team was established in February 2025 as part of the ANC’s response to its dismal performance in the 2024 national and provincial elections, where its vote share in KwaZulu-Natal dropped significantly due to the rise of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party. The 67-member team was tasked with addressing what party leaders called an “existential threat” by rebuilding structures, inspiring hope among members, and driving transformation and development.
Key members include Provincial Convenor Jeff Radebe, First Deputy Provincial Convenor Weziwe Thusi, Second Deputy Provincial Convenor Siboniso Duma, Provincial Coordinator Mike Mabuyakhulu, Provincial Deputy Coordinator Nomusa Dube-Ncube, and Provincial Fundraiser Nomagugu Simelane. The reconfiguration, approved by the NEC and announced by Fikile Mbalula, aimed to integrate experienced leaders with grassroots mobilisation efforts. This included reviving relations with traditional leaders and faith-based communities, as well as enhancing political education.
Despite these ambitions, the PTT has faced criticism for not fully succeeding in relaunching structures, leading to the current extension. Meetings with the Secretary General’s Office, such as one in May 2025, focused on progress reports and strategies to restore functionality in municipalities and branches.
Preparations for the National General Council and Broader Renewal Efforts
These provincial actions form part of the ANC’s preparations for its fifth National General Council, scheduled from 8 to 12 December 2025 in Gauteng under the theme “The Year of Renewal: Making the ANC Fit for Purpose.” The NGC will review the party’s policies, assess progress since the 2022 National Conference, and set directions for the 2027 elective conference.
Across the country, branches have been convening BGMs to nominate candidates using the “Through the Eye of the Needle” guidelines, ensuring ethical and capable leadership. In KwaZulu-Natal, the PGC will decide on critical issues like the future of the Government of Provincial Unity, which includes partnerships with other parties following the 2024 elections. It will also evaluate the provincial leadership’s performance amid ongoing challenges.
Similar PGCs have been held in other provinces, such as Eastern Cape on 1 December 2025 and Free State over the weekend, focusing on discussion documents and renewal strategies. For KwaZulu-Natal, the reconvening addresses specific delays in BGMs, a recurring issue that has hampered full participation in past gatherings.
Implications for the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal
The extensions and reconvening signal the ANC’s commitment to inclusivity and proper processes, but they also expose underlying weaknesses in branch-level organisation. With the 2026 local government elections on the horizon, rebuilding trust in KwaZulu-Natal is vital for the party to regain ground lost to competitors.
Party members have been urged to prioritise unity and effective mobilisation, with contacts provided for further information, including the NEC/NWC Coordinator Cde Phillip Musekwa. As the ANC navigates this renewal phase, these steps could pave the way for stronger structures and better electoral outcomes in the province.

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