11/03/2018
The time for is now....
ANCYL ZONE 5 COLLECTIVE VIEW IN UPCOMING REGIONAL CONGRESS
The ZC of the ANCYL in Zone 5 sat on 6 March 2018, after branches had convened their BEC’s to reflect on the vision of the ANCYL and the candidate they believed would best champion the interests of young people of Greater Jo’burg Region.
In being succinct in sharing our view, ours as Young people of the ANCYL in Zone 5 is to see a collective Youth League leadership which will champion and become implementers of the following:
- Mobilise young people across social spectrum to rally behind the banner of the ANC.
- A radical and militant ANCYL which is an unapologetic agent of Radical Socio-Economic Transformation for young people in Greater Jo’burg Region
- A Youth League which will radicalize, influence and restore its once commanding role in the ANC body-politics (and society at large)
- Fiercely protect the autonomy of the Youth League, as to resist it being turned into a youth desk of the ANC embroiled in e-wallet battles
- Be the embodiment of the twin tasks of the Youth League today.
We are of the view Comrades, that young people must curb the paralyses of social-media activism, and we believe that we need leaders who are tried and tested in structures of the Youth League. Leaders, who are in touch, can inspire and understand the daily struggles of fellow young people. It is in this light, that we have searched for the best amongst us.
ANCYL branches in Zone 5 have agreed that the Comrade whom we are forwarding is one who will, without fear or favour, execute the mandate articulated above.
We will further substantiate our view of this young lion during lobbying processes, however, this is a brief overview of why we are rallying behind the name of cde Ashley Mama to be the Regional Treasure:
- He has championed for youth economic development, which has led to over 100 young people being employed over the past 2 years in both the private and public sector.
- Created economic opportunities for youth owned businesses in the private and public sector, amounting to just over millions of rands
- He was the Chief strategist and mobiliser in attaining 10 Ward Committee seats for the ANC, in Ward 97, which traditionally, is a stronghold of the DA.
- Led a march to Mashaba’s office to ensure that the victims of an illegal eviction were found accommodation for, after 200 people found themselves homeless. Which culminated in the winning of land at Plot 323 for the displaced
- Mobilised resources for over 200 displaced people within Ward 97, which culminated in sanitary packs, blankets and food for over a month.
- Led a shut-down protest in his ward for service delivery and housing.
- Leads a branch which has been recognized by upper structures, as 1 of 5 active branches in greater Jo’burg. 2 of the 5 active branches are from Zone 5, of which he is the Chair of the Zone.
- Our comrade has served with distinction in various capacities in the ANCYL, which include him being the current Chairperson of his Branch and Zonal Chair.
He is a fearless character, does not cowar in the face of adversity, and possesses the required skill sets to advance the revolution. Speaks to truth to power, and is heavily involved in the community activism of the Zone.
It is for this reason that the collective view and official position of the ANCYL Zone 5, is Cde Ashley Mama, for the position of Treasurer of Greater Jo’burg Region.
We welcome all Zones who share in the vision, as summised, for further engagements. All engagements are to be done via the Zonal Secretary of Zone 5, Cde Sinethemba.
Yours in Revolution
Cde Sinethemba Ncana
ANCYL SECRETARY ZONE 5
073 891 5809
Cde Xolisa Sikelenge
ANCYL SPOKESPERSON ZONE 5
073 203 0688