Politics 26 October 2026, 07:08 via IOL

‘ANC brought transformation’: Ramaphosa, Mantashe defend ANC’s 32-year record amid criticism

Ramaphosa pointed to Soweto’s development as evidence of the party’s contribution, arguing that the township had changed significantly under ANC leadership.

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