Former president Thabo Mbeki was unable to attend the African National Congress’ (ANC) Siyanqoba rally at FNB Stadium
Mbeki also said this general election i of great importance for the ANC.says he wouldn’t be able to attend the Siyanqoba rally because he was in hospital over the past week.“Unfortunately due to bout of flu, I’m unable to be with you in person this morning. This is why you have not seen me on the campaign trail for a week. This is because I have been hospitalised.Fortunately the doctors and the nurses did a very good job, I am now successful recuperating at home,” Mbeki said.
“Now we know and therefore must voted correctly to defend the freedom for which many heroes and heroines sacrificed their lives,” Mbeki said.“Where ever we have gone , we have seen the love and support for the ANC. This is the reason why the ANC will emerge victorious.” “We come together in the spirit of peace and humility on the eve of one of the most important elections in our country’s history. On Wednesday, the 29th of May, the people of South Africa will decide whether our country continues moving forward with the ANC towards a better, brighter future, or backwards to a terrible past,” Ramaphosa said.
Ramaphosa said the ANC has six priorities to focus on in the next five years which includes jobs, services and defending of the democratic gains and freedom while ensuring a better Africa.Can we believe political parties’ promises about basic income grant?
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