African National Congress secretary-general Fikile Mbalula stated that his party enjoys divine and ancestral protection and can never die, addressing traditional leaders during a cultural gathering hosted by the Mathibela Royal Council in Mpumalanga. Mbalula’s remarks accompanied an ANC livestock donation to the Bakoena royal family that subsequently drew public criticism over the animals’ physique.
ANC Divine Protection Claims in Mpumalanga
According to ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula, speaking at the Mpumalanga cultural event on Saturday, the governing party was born inside a church and remains tied to kings and priests. Mbalula told attendees that external attempts to destroy the organization fail because ancestors reject such efforts.
“The ANC is a big organisation, it belongs to God, it belongs to the ancestors, and chiefs, this organisation was born inside a church, they can try to destroy it but its impossible,” Mbalula stated, according to the source material.
Internal Accountability and Local Government Elections
Addressing party renewal, Mbalula urged the crowd to protect the ANC rather than punishing the collective organization for individual misconduct. He maintained that organizational structures remain sound while corrupt members face consequences.
“There is nothing wrong with the ANC, the problem is with the individual and when the individual has messed up it does not matter who that person is. That person must be arrested,” Mbalula said. He also solicited public support for the upcoming local government elections, noting that Mpumalanga remains an organizational stronghold.
Livestock Donation Controversy and Criticisms
During the gathering, Mbalula presented a young bull and two goats to the Bakoena Royal family on behalf of the ANC, promising an additional five cows. The gesture sparked widespread commentary on social media channels.
Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema joined online critics by questioning the physical condition of the donated livestock. Malema likened the bull to a calf and suggested the delivery was a “technical glitch.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who made the statements about the ANC having divine protection?
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula made the remarks during a cultural ceremony hosted by the Mathibela Royal Council in Mpumalanga.
What livestock did the ANC donate to the Bakoena Royal family?
According to Fikile Mbalula, the ANC donated a young bull and two goats, with a promise of five additional cows.
Who criticized the ANC’s livestock donation?
Social media users and EFF leader Julius Malema criticized the donation, with Malema poking fun at the bull’s size.
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