Zweli Mkhize ready to run for ANC president

Zweli Mkhize ready to run for ANC president

6 September 2017 5:39 PM

There has been much speculation in recent times about whether Dr Zweli Mkhize, current ANC treasurer general would run for president of the party come December.

Until now the man who is regarded by some as a potential 'compromise candidate' has played it safe saying he would wait for the right time to declare his intentions.

EWN reporter Clement Manyathela interviewed Mkhize on Wednesday and says the TG seems to be changing his tune.

He is saying now he is ready to serve. He says he wants to serve in the leadership structure of the ANC.
— Clement Manyathela, EWN reporter

I pushed him on what position he is eyeing, and he said, I am ready to serve and accept the nomination on the position I am nominated for.
— Clement Manyathela, EWN reporter

Manyathela pointed out to him that certain regions have nominated him for president.

He said he is ready and willing to accept that nomination for ANC president.
— Clement Manyathela, EWN reporter

When asked about what his priorities would be if he was to be elected as president, he said among them would be uniting the organsiation, strengthening governance and rooting out corruption.

Take a listen:

Written by: Barbara Friedman

Recommended

Hiding inside the 'dark web' - the horrors of child pornography

Hiding inside the 'dark web' - the horrors of child pornography

7 May 2018 8:25 AM

Expert says says child pornography has the effect of re-abusing the victim because it always exists online.

Thousands expected to march in support of Zuma

Thousands expected to march in support of Zuma

5 April 2018 4:50 PM

Supporters of the former president are expected to march to the Durban High Court on Friday.

NPA to pursue Zuma prosecution

NPA to pursue Zuma prosecution

16 March 2018 3:44 PM

NPA boss Shaun Abrahams announced on Friday that the state will reinstate fraud and corruption charges against Jacob Zuma.

[WATCH Bongani Bingwa] Politicians personify low standards and are nonsensical

[WATCH Bongani Bingwa] Politicians personify low standards and are nonsensical

30 January 2018 7:58 AM

Breakfast show host Bongani Bingwa interrogates the issue of corruption by state officials and questions their competence.

[LISTEN] Neighbours from hell: Callers share their stories

[LISTEN] Neighbours from hell: Callers share their stories

29 January 2018 11:46 AM

Tebogo says his neighbor is always borrowing a cup of sugar and other non-perishables.

'Encourage people to take precautions against listeriosis but they need water!'

'Encourage people to take precautions against listeriosis but they need water!'

26 January 2018 8:57 AM

702's Bongani Bingwa comments on the Cape Town water crisis, saying residents may be exposed to disease if it is not resolved.

'Parliament should have proper inquiry into Mkhwebane's fitness to hold office'

'Parliament should have proper inquiry into Mkhwebane's fitness to hold office'

19 February 2019 1:48 PM

DA's John Steenhuisen says Parliament should investigate the public protector after the findings against her.

Pule Mabe was never alone in hotel room with assistant - ANC NEC's Sdumo Dlamini

Pule Mabe was never alone in hotel room with assistant - ANC NEC's Sdumo Dlamini

19 February 2019 12:58 PM

ANC's Sdumo Dlamini says party spokesperson Pule Mabe free to return to work after he being cleared of sexual harassment charges.

Black gay men can be misogynists, and here's what a few have to say about it

Black gay men can be misogynists, and here's what a few have to say about it

19 February 2019 12:37 PM

Presenter Eusebius McKaiser hosted a panel discussion with black gay men exploring entrenched patriarchy and the dynamics at play.

[WATCH] Owner catches car thief off guard and thwarts vehicle theft in Springs

[WATCH] Owner catches car thief off guard and thwarts vehicle theft in Springs

19 February 2019 9:40 AM

The vehicle's owner came out of the store just in time to scare away the man attempting to steal his bakkie.

The e-toll issue can only be solved at a national level - David Makhura

The e-toll issue can only be solved at a national level - David Makhura

19 February 2019 8:09 AM

Gauteng Premier David Makhura discusses his final Gauteng Sopa including the successes and failures of the last five years.

Johannesburg’s drive to create a smart city is rolling out

Johannesburg’s drive to create a smart city is rolling out

18 February 2019 11:48 AM

Vumatel is deploying 15 000 CCTV security cameras over the next five years to make Joburg's streets safer.

NSFAS to introduce R275 monthly allowance for student's personal use

NSFAS to introduce R275 monthly allowance for student's personal use

11 January 2019 1:59 PM

This is in addition to the food allowance that NSFAS funded students receive monthly, says spokesperson Kagisho Mamabolo.