ANC strips Siphiwo Tshaka of powers in Nelson Mandela Bay — Nama now named acting regional secretary

In a decision that has revealed growing political divides within the party, the African National Congress (ANC) in Nelson Mandela Bay has demoted regional secretary Siphiwo Tshaka to the post of interim secretary and appointed Nontombi Nama, Tshaka’s deputy, to replace him.

Sunday World reported on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 that after a meeting on Monday, the ANC’s regional executive committee (REC) decided to remove Tshaka’s duties.

Councillors, alliance partners, and ANC bodies were formally notified of the decision later on.

Regional chairman Babalwa Lobishe said the decision was made in compliance with ANC constitution Rule 21.10.2 in the message she signed.

It said the action was taken to guarantee the ANC’s unbroken operation in the Nelson Mandela Bay area, as well as organisational discipline, political stability, and effective coordination.

Political problems have arisen due to Tshaka’s association with Andile Lungisa, a former ANC councillor and member of the national executive committee; as a result, the decision has allegedly sparked accusations of factional manipulation inside the organization.

Some members apparently were worried about the power that Tshaka and Lungisa had among the region’s branches, and an insider informed Sunday World that this was one factor that led to the decision.

According to another source, the dispute stemmed from differing political viewpoints in the run-up to coalition talks after the 2026 municipal elections.

This source said that Lobishe’s side was more open to the idea of a deal with the Democratic Alliance (DA), whilst Tshaka and Lungisa were said to prefer collaborating with left-wing political groups.

As a result of the change in structure, Tshaka no longer has the power to carry out the duties of the position of regional secretary.

Additionally, he is no longer allowed to act as an ANC representative at any organisational, political, or public events.

In addition, he is unable to act as regional secretary, call meetings of branches and councillors or preside over them, direct party employees, or relay decisions made by the REC in that role.

Additionally, his power to speak for the area in meetings with alliance members, government agencies, and other interested parties has been taken away.

This news comes as the African National Congress (ANC) in Nelson Mandela Bay is reeling from election losses and a newly formed deadlocked council.

As the party’s regional leadership mulls over potential partnership arrangements, the strain on them has grown due to falling popularity and internal disputes.

Now that Nama is in charge temporarily, everyone is wondering whether the ANC in Nelson Mandela Bay would be more united after a leadership shift or if divides will widen.

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