The ANC in the eThekwini Region has accused the Democratic Alliance (DA) of recruiting two former councillors who defected to the party, claiming they were rejected by their communities during the ANC's candidate selection process. The party alleges the councillors switched allegiance in pursuit of political survival and employment, while reassuring residents that service delivery in their wards will remain unaffected.
The ANC's regional office stated that the two councillors, who had previously served under the party, were not supported by their local communities when the ANC selected candidates for local elections. The party claims the DA used this lack of support as a pretext to lure the councillors away.
The defection has sparked internal tensions within the ANC, as the party seeks to maintain its dominance in the region. The DA has not yet commented on the allegations, but the incident highlights growing competition in the political landscape of KwaZulu-Natal. (iol.co.za)
