“Is It Because of My DNA: Jacob Zuma’s Daughter Makes Explosive Revelation After ANC Resignation.

The African National Congress (ANC) has been hit by another internal political development following the resignation of Thuthukile Zuma, daughter of former South African president Jacob Zuma, from the party’s Johannesburg Regional Executive Committee (REC).

Thuthukile’s decision to step down from the influential regional leadership structure has attracted attention, particularly because of the reasons she reportedly provided for her departure. Her resignation comes at a sensitive time for the ANC, which continues to face internal disagreements, leadership tensions and growing pressure following its performance in the November 2026 local government elections.

In explaining her decision, Thuthukile reportedly expressed deep frustration over what she described as the treatment she and her parents have experienced within the governing party.

She specifically referred to the ANC’s handling of her father, former president Jacob Zuma, and her mother, veteran ANC politician Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma.

In a statement explaining her position, she reportedly said: “Given the manner in which the ANC has treated former President Jacob Zuma and Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, I cannot help but question whether the treatment I now endure is, in part, a consequence of my DNA.”

Her remarks suggest that her decision is not simply about leaving a regional leadership position but is also connected to broader concerns about her experiences within the organisation.

The resignation is particularly significant because Thuthukile has previously been vocal about internal ANC matters. In September 2026, she criticised the party’s leadership over its handling of candidate lists after the Electoral Court dispute involving excluded councillor candidates.

Her latest move could therefore raise further questions about disagreements within the Johannesburg region and the relationship between different political figures in the organisation.

The development also comes as the ANC faces one of its most challenging political periods since the introduction of South Africa’s democratic system.

Following the November 4 local government elections, the party acknowledged that its performance had been disappointing, with its national support falling below previous levels and coalition negotiations becoming increasingly important in several municipalities.

Against this background, Thuthukile’s resignation adds another layer to the challenges facing the organisation.

However, her departure from the Johannesburg REC should not automatically be interpreted as an announcement that she is leaving the ANC altogether. The reported decision concerns her regional leadership position.

It also remains to be seen whether the ANC’s Johannesburg leadership will publicly respond to her concerns or provide further clarity regarding the circumstances surrounding her resignation.

For now, her comments have placed the spotlight on the relationship between individual political members, prominent ANC families and the party’s internal structures.

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