25/01/2026
BOJANALA ANC ACTING REGIONAL SECRETARY CDE. THAPELO THOBOKE LEADS SUB-REGIONAL SECRETARIES’ FORUM TO MORETELE SUB-REGION
Moretele | Sunday, 25 January 2026
The African National Congress (ANC) in the Bojanala Region continued with its programme of reviving Sub-Regional Secretaries’ Forum, convening in the Moretele Sub-Region on Sunday, 25 January 2026.
Moretele branches warmly welcomed the delegation with revolutionary songs and vibrant displays of unity, demonstrating the enduring love and commitment to the ANC. The programme forms part of the Regional Leadership’s ongoing efforts to strengthen organisational capacity, promote unity, and deepen service to communities at grassroots level.
The programme was led by the Acting Bojanala Regional Secretary, Cde Thapelo Thoboke, accompanied PEC Member Cde George Manyike, Regional Deputy Chairperson Cde Kagiso Moleko, REC Deployee to Moretele, Cde Gilbert Bogopane and REC Members Cde Violet Maluleke, Cde Mosire Tsiane, Cde Freda Mapela, Cde Jerry Mabasa, as well as SANCO NEC Member Cde David Manamela.
Renewal, Rebuilding and Readiness for Local Government Elections
Addressing branch Secretaries and BTT Coordinators, Acting Regional Secretary Cde Thapelo Thoboke commended Moretele for its continued hard work, discipline, and organisational strength. He encouraged comrades to collectively project a positive image and brand of the African National Congress through ethical leadership and active participation.
Cde Thoboke emphasised alignment with the ANC’s renewal and rebuilding agenda, as outlined in the January 8th Statement, declaring 2026 as “The Year of Decisive Action to Fix Local Government and Transform the Economy.” He called on structures to identify organisational loopholes and address them collectively, assuring comrades of the Region’s full support through training, capacity building, and political guidance. “We are intentionally renewing our movement as we prepare for the upcoming local government elections. Let us normalise meetings, reporting, and strong working relations. As Bojanala, our slogan is ‘We Are Ready’—and indeed, we are warming up,” said Cde Thoboke.
He further emphasised that Secretaries and IBC Coordinators are the engines and face of the ANC at branch level, urging comrades to lead with humility, commitment, and love for the people.
Messages of rebuild, revival from Leadership:
REC Member Cde Violet Maluleke encouraged branches to remain ethical pillars of leadership and to collaborate by sharing resources and strengthening unity to decisively win the next local government elections.
Cde Freda Mapela highlighted the importance of aligning branch programmes with the Year of Decisive Action, urging the Moretele Sub-Region to plan, consolidate programmes of action, and ensure inclusive participation in all ANC activities.
Cde Mosire Tsiane applauded the unity, discipline, and love for the people demonstrated by Moretele, affirming that the sub-region is well prepared for the upcoming local government elections.
Cde Gilbert Bogopane praised the revival, unity, and renewed energy brought about by the office of the Acting Regional Secretary. He reiterated that ANC leadership must remain visible on the ground, identifying service delivery gaps and working collectively to bridge them.
“Let us not leave anyone behind. The ANC’s vision must remain the cornerstone of our work as we approach the elections,” he stated.
SANCO NEC Member Cde David Manamela commended the programme of action, unity of branches, and positive response from structures, affirming that victory is certain when comrades remain committed to the ANC.
PEC Member Cde George Manyike proudly acknowledged the deep love for the ANC in Moretele, citing strong attendance at the January 8 celebrations and successful community programmes such as the Back-to-School campaign.
“Your visibility and discipline demonstrate that the ANC remains a home for many. Let us integrate, centralise, and collaborate on all ANC programmes for our collective victory,” he said.
Conclusion
The continuation of the Sub-Regional Secretaries’ Forum in Moretele vividly demonstrated that organisational renewal, unity, and grassroots mobilisation are firmly taking shape in Bojanala.
Indeed, in Bojanala—the centre is holding.
Ends