Mavuso Msimang Says ANC’s Image Would Be Tainted if Party Ignores Corruption, SA Says It’s Too Late
- African National Congress (ANC) veteran, Mavuso Msimang, has weighed in on the party's stance on corruption
- Msimang expressed concern that the party's image would be further tainted if it didn't act against some ministers
- South Africans took to social media to share their thoughts on Msimang's words, with some ridiculing it
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The African National Congress (ANC) risks further damaging the party’s image if it does not act against members accused of corruption.
That’s according to party veteran, Mavuso Msimang, who weighed in on the recent controversy surrounding Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu. The minister is in the spotlight following allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
The KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner presented evidence of corruption and political interference within the South African Police Service, noting Mchunu’s ties to a crime kingpin.
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What did Mavuso say?
Speaking about the current situation, the former Director-General of the Department of Home Affairs said that the ANC needed to do a lot of work if it wanted to regain the trust of the voters.
He warned that if it failed to enforce the step-aside rule for members accused of corruption, it would further taint the party’s image.
"If the ANC were to continue to cover up any of these issues, that would be a ticket to down to 30%," he said.
Msimang has been outspoken about corruption in the past, and even resigned from the party in 2023, saying that the ANC had been wracked by endemic corruption. He eventually backtracked on his decision after discussions with Fikile Mbalula.
What has the ANC done about the issue?
National Assembly speaker, Thoko Didiza, has tasked three committees to look into the claims by the police commissioner, but noted that it remains unproven thus far.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has also promised to address the claims, noting the potential impact it has on national security. The president has promised to address the allegations on Sunday, 13 July 2025.
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What you need to know about Mkhwanazi's allegations
- President Cyril Ramaphosa responded to the allegations Mkhwanazi made, saying he was sowing confusion.
- The uMkhonto weSizwe Party, the Democratic Alliance, and the Economic Freedom Fighters reacted to the allegations.
- Police Minister Mchunu, whom Mkhwanazi accused, flatly denied the allegations made against him.
- The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police, Ian Cameron, said Mchunu must appear before Parliament.
- Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla promised that action would be taken if anything happened to Mkhwanazi.
- Security has been tightened outside the KZN Police Commissioner’s home as he received some threats.
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South Africans think ANC’s reputation is already tainted
Social media users weighed in on Msimang’s comments, with many saying that the party’s image was already ruined.
Nzuza Zanele said:
“Ramaphosa is going to protect that rogue organisation again on Sunday. No consequence management from our useless President.”
Muzi Buyani Dlamini added:
“Ramaphosa and his ANC stooges won't heed Msimang’s warning because, according to the current ANC procedures, comrades must be protected at all costs by the President.”
Diliza Dee stated:
“The image of the ANC has been tainted throughout these three decades.”
Thobani Sikhosana agreed:
“The ANC’s image has been tainted a long time ago.”
Sandra Cunningham asked:
“What image? The ANC are the face of corruption in SA.”
Salome Marais questioned:
“What image? That of incompetence, corruption, favouritism and lies? Who would protect an image like that?”
President Ramaphosa to hold family meeting
Briefly News reported that President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation on Sunday, 13 July 2025.
The president will discuss the allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
South Africans shared their thoughts on Ramaphosa's upcoming address and speculated on what he would say.
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