The African National Congress (ANC) firmly rejected former President Jacob Zuma's demand for reinstatement after his expulsion in 2024. Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula and ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the fairness of the disciplinary process and deemed the request a distraction. Zuma's lawyers argue the process was unjust and plan to pursue the matter in court after the ANC's refusal to comply by the deadline.

Cyril Xaba has been elected unopposed as the new mayor of eThekwini, a decision welcomed by the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal. Xaba, known for his previous roles in the provincial Planning Commission and Vision 2030, aims to enhance governance and service delivery. The ANC expects his leadership to effectively improve the city's administration.