STATEMENT ON THE ANC GAUTENG PROVINCIAL GENERAL COUNCIL HELD OVER THE WEEKEND OF 13 - 15 MAY 2016

Tshwane, Sunday 15 May 2016

The media briefing this afternoon follows the successful hosting of the highest decision-making structure of the ANC in the province in between Provincial Conferences - the Provincial General Council (PGC).

The PGC assessed the state of the organisation from the 12th Provincial Conference held on October 2014 to date.

The PGC also assessed the elections campaign and readiness for the upcoming Local Government Elections on the 3rd August 2016. 

The PGC held four commissions on Organisation Building and Elections, Economic Transformation, Social Transformation and Governance.

Organization Building and Elections:

The election machinery is well oiled and ready for an overwhelming victory on the 3rd August 2016. We are confident that the ANC led government has a proud record of achievements. It is a concrete record of provision of housing, roads, health care, sports and community centers, the modernisation of our education system and economic transformation. We have been hard at work to improve the lives of all our people, and remain committed to doing more. 

The provincial launch of the ANC Election Manifesto will take place on the 4th of June at FNB Stadium.

Economic Transformation:

The PGC noted the preparation for the adoption of the Gauteng City Region masterplan. The PGC also noted the preparations for the Gauteng Economic Indaba scheduled for June 2016.

The PGC reaffirmed the economic transformation resolutions of the 12th Provincial Conference.

The PGC reaffirmed the resolution of the 12th Provincial Conference on etolls. The PGC further mandated the provincial leadership to continue engaging with the national leadership on the continuing negative impact, including affordability.

Social Transformation:

The PGC drew attention to notable progress in the roll out of the NHI throughout the province and the plans to build state of the art smart hospitals and clinics.

On Basic Education the ANC government is implementing a program of modernising public schools - this includes smart classrooms (tablets, smart boards), access to ICT. Schools of specialisation in key sectors of the economy are also being introduced.

The PGC noted successes in the school nutrition programme, as well as the scholar transport.

On Human Settlements the ANC government is implementing a program to electrify informal settlements, to provide service stands, and building more houses.

It also called for the creation of sports leagues in the wards working with Love Life and other stakeholders to keep young people occupied with activities to stimulate them. 

The PGC reiterated the resolution on combatting substance abuse. 

Governance:

The PGC congratulated the City of Ekurhuleni and Joburg for obtaining positive ratings by Moody’s and Fitch.

The PGC also congratulated the provincial government and municipalities for the positive impact of Ntirhisano and its War Rooms. This has contributed to the resolution of problems and generated a positive mood in our communities.

NWC Decision on the Constitutional Court judgement:

The PGC resolved:

1 To accept the apology of the President.

2 That the President, NEC and the whole movement must continue reflecting on the matter.

3 To continue to collectively defend the ANC and its work to improve the lives of our people, and will ensure a decisive victory on the 3rd August. 

4 That no province has the authority to tell another province what decisions to take on organizational matters.

Thank you.

Statement issued by ANC Gauteng Provincial Office Bearers, 15 May 2016