Fikile Mbalula Breaks Silence Over Reports Over Ramaphosa Resignation Over Election Failure

African National Congress (ANC) secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has moved to dismiss reports suggesting that President Cyril Ramaphosa is considering stepping down, insisting that the head of state has no intention of resigning.

His response appears aimed at putting an end to speculation that could create further uncertainty within the governing party, particularly as the ANC continues to navigate political pressure following the 2026 local government elections.

The party has faced growing challenges in recent years, including declining electoral support, internal leadership disagreements and mounting public frustration over service delivery.

Against this background any suggestion that Ramaphosa could resign would likely trigger further questions about the ANC’s leadership stability and its political direction.

Mbalula’s intervention signals that the party’s leadership is not entertaining the possibility of an immediate presidential departure.

Ramaphosa, who became president in February 2018 following the resignation of Jacob Zuma, has faced several political and economic challenges during his time in office.

His presidency has been marked by efforts to revive the economy, address corruption, improve state-owned enterprises and tackle persistent unemployment.

However, his administration has also faced criticism over the pace of service delivery, electricity challenges, unemployment and the government’s handling of various national crises.

The president’s political future has remained a subject of discussion within ANC structures, particularly as the party prepares for its next leadership chapter.

Nevertheless Mbalula latest comments suggest that reports of an imminent resignation should not be treated as an indication of an actual leadership transition.

The ANC secretary-general has made his position clear: Ramaphosa is staying put, despite speculation about his future.

The developments come at a sensitive time for the governing party as it faces mounting pressure to rebuild public confidence and demonstrate political stability.

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