ANC regional secretary resigns amid Ekurhuleni mayoral race tensions

ANC Ekurhuleni Regional Secretary Jongizizwe Dlabathi resigned from his party post for the second time, citing 'irreparable' tensions with Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza. He retains his Finance MMC role, fueling speculation he is positioning for the mayoral candidacy ahead of November local elections. This internal party friction could affect ANC candidate selection and local governance stability.