Can the ANC reverse its decline in Johannesburg, or have its internal divisions and failures of governance made recovery impossible? On CheckPoint: The Podcast, Nkepile Mabuse speaks to former ANC Johannesburg regional monitoring and evaluation head Phapano Phasha about the party’s loss of grassroots support, its leadership struggles and the political battles shaping the city’s future.
From uncollected rubbish and water shortages to allegations of political influence over municipal entities, the conversation asks who is accountable when party interests collide with the needs of residents. Phasha also examines the prospects for coalition government, Cyril Ramaphosa’s leadership and whether the ANC has the capacity to reform itself before further political damage is done.
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Chapter List
(00:00) Can The ANC Save Itself In Johannesburg?
(04:37) Why Can’t The ANC Reverse Its Decline?
(08:06) Does The ANC Still Want To Introspect?
(09:50) Ramaphosa And The ANC’s Leadership Crisis
(12:40) Who Is Accountable For Johannesburg’s Failing Services?
(16:45) Why Losing Soweto Is A Political Warning
(19:03) Who Will Govern Johannesburg Next?
(22:55) Thabo Mbeki And The ANC’s Lost Ability To Self-Correct
(25:10) Who Will Lead The ANC After 2027?
(28:00) Can The ANC’s Old Guard Save The Party?
(30:05) Does Johannesburg Need A Commission Of Inquiry?
