ANC Turns 114 as It Battles Electoral Losses and Public Discontent

ANC leaders criss cross North West in anniversary blitz – The Mail & Guardian

The ANC, celebrating 114 years in existence this week, deployed its national officials to the North West, a service delivery hotspot, in a charm offensive meant to launch the party’s road to the 2026 local government elections.It’s now or never/do-or-die for Africa’s oldest liberation movement, which celebrates its birthday this weekend amid calls for renewal in the face of dwindling voter support, corruption allegations in its ranks, a poor ser…

ANC was never built for comfort but for struggle, party says as it marks 114 years

The ANC marked its 114th anniversary by acknowledging its past shortcomings and committing to service, unity, and organisational renewal, after a historic loss of its parliamentary majority in the last general election.

ANC turns 114 as it battles electoral losses and public discontent

ANC turns 114 today

Africa’s oldest liberation movement, the African National Congress (ANC), is marking its 114th anniversary today, with celebrations scheduled to take place in Rustenburg in the North West province, over the weekend. ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa is in Rustenburg for the anniversary events, which come at a significant moment in the party’s history. Lost majority Following the 2024 general election, the ANC lost its parliamentary majority for the …

ANC celebrates 114th anniversary

ANC celebrates 114th anniversary Estelle.Bronkhorst Thu, 01/08/2026 - 06:45 JOHANNESBURG - The oldest liberation movement in Africa, the ANC, turns 114 years old today.Party President Cyril Ramaphosa will continue to engage in various build-up events throughout the day in Rustenburg.Leadership has been in the province doing doorsteps. This year’s celebration coincides with the Local Government Elections.The party has a mammoth task to recl…