Ramaphosa claims ANC experiencing ‘resurgence’ of support despite electoral decline

CAPE TOWN - President Cyril Ramaphosa has claimed the African National Congress (ANC) is experiencing a “resurgence” of interest and support, despite declining support. 

He has also thanked businesses and supporters who have donated money to the ANC as the party celebrates its 113th birthday in the Cape metro.  

However, party Treasurer Dr Gwen Ramokgopa said businesses seem reluctant to donate due to the new political party funding laws.  

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The two ANC leaders were speaking at the party’s golf day fundraiser at the Rondebosch Golf Club in Cape Town on Thursday. 

Ramaphosa said the party decided to hold a golf day fundraiser to bring in businesspeople who support the ANC's work and vision.  

He also said there is a growing revival of support for the party from business, despite its national vote share dropping to just 40%.  

“Much as our electoral vote has gone down, we are finding that there is a resurgence of interest, a resurgence of support in the business community, both black business as well as white business. So, we are really overjoyed. We’ve got anchor supporters and fundraisers.”  

However, Ramokgopa noted how new party funding laws have impacted donations. 

“Business is still dealing with the matter, but they are still hesitant because of a number of laws that are not necessarily clear to them.”  

Ramokgopa said that the party is also looking to its members to help raise funds for its activities.