ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula says no community should be denied basic services because it voted for a political party other than the African National Congress.
“Awukho umphakathi okumele uncishwe izidingo ngoba uvotele elinye iqembu,” Mbalula said.
He said the ANC must work to regain the trust of communities by becoming more humble, listening to residents and treating them with respect.
Mbalula stressed that the party’s commitment to improving its relationship with communities should not be driven by the next election, but by a genuine responsibility to serve people.
His remarks come as the ANC reflects on its performance in the 2026 Local Government Elections and considers how to rebuild public confidence following its electoral setbacks.
The party has previously acknowledged that restoring trust requires better service delivery, accountability and stronger connections with communities.
