THE ANC announced its mayoral candidates for seven metros on Sunday following an extended special meeting of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC).
In a statement, the ANC pointed out that it adopted a comprehensive selection process as part of its criteria in nominating mayoral candidates across the country.
The ANC said 600 mayoral candidates were interviewed for 206 metro, local and district councils, following a rigorous screening process conducted by 26 interview panels.
“The panel considered the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience as well as their understanding of social and economic drivers of local government,” the statement said.
“The panels consisted of ANC National Officials, members of the NEC, Alliance, Leagues and other ANC cadres, with experience in local government and development. The panels considered the candidates’ qualifications and relevant experience as well as their understanding of the social and economic drivers of local government.”
According to the ANC
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