African National Congress (ANC) Secretary General Fikile Mbalula has reiterated that the ruling party does not instruct any of its members or leaders to engage in corrupt activities, insisting that individuals accused of wrongdoing must answer for themselves.
Addressing recent debates surrounding corruption allegations involving some ANC members, Mbalula emphasized that such matters should not be linked to the party as an institution.
“The ANC does not send anyone to go do corruption. When they accused of corruption they must deal with their issues without involving the ANC. The ANC does not send people to do wrongs things,” he stated.
Mbalula’s comments come at a time when the ANC continues to face public scrutiny over corruption scandals that have emerged over the past decade. His remarks signal an effort by the party leadership to draw a clear line between the organization and individuals implicated in misconduct.
Political analysts note that the ANC has been attempting to restore its public image ahead of upcoming electoral cycles, with Mbalula’s statement reflecting a broader internal push for accountability.
The Secretary General reaffirmed that the party’s stance on corruption is uncompromising and that those accused must take personal responsibility.
As debates around ethical governance intensify, Mbalula’s remarks are likely to add further momentum to discussions on how the ANC handles internal disciplinary matters and public trust.