ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has announced the recruitment of former MK Party Mpumalanga leader Mary Phadi as the party’s provincial campaign manager, in a bid to bolster the party’s chances in the upcoming local elections. This move is part of a broader strategy to take the party’s message directly to South Africans who are frustrated with failing municipalities, deteriorating infrastructure, corruption, and rising living costs.
ActionSA’s Election Strategy
Mashaba made the announcement during a media briefing, following a three-day Senate strategic planning meeting where leaders from across South Africa gathered to map out an assertive election campaign. The party’s campaign will focus on community issues, while aggressively tackling the collapse of basic services, crime, drug abuse, and unemployment.
Phadi, who previously served as a leader in the MK Party in Mpumalanga, brings a deep understanding of the challenges faced by the community and a proven record of standing at the forefront of community struggles. Her appointment is seen as a significant boost to ActionSA’s chances in the province.
Phadi’s Background
Phadi was expelled from the MK Party in October 2024 for allegedly violating the party’s constitution and misusing party funds. However, she was briefly reinstated in December through a default judgment, before the party successfully challenged the ruling. The Mbombela High Court ultimately ruled that she was no longer a member of the party or a legitimate member of the Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature.
In addition to Phadi’s appointment, Mashaba also announced the appointment of MP Dereleen James as ActionSA’s provincial chairperson in the Western Cape. James will play a key role in leading the party’s campaign in the province, and her experience and expertise will be invaluable in the run-up to the elections.
For more information on ActionSA’s election strategy, visit the ActionSA website. The party’s commitment to transparency and accountability can be seen in its efforts to engage with communities and address the issues that matter most to them. As the country prepares for the local elections, ActionSA is poised to make a significant impact, and its message of change and reform is resonating with many South Africans.
Some of the key issues that ActionSA will be focusing on in the upcoming elections include:
- Improving basic services such as water, electricity, and sanitation
- Tackling crime and corruption
- Creating jobs and stimulating economic growth
- Addressing the housing crisis and providing affordable housing options
As the election campaign heats up, ActionSA is confident that its message of hope and change will resonate with voters, and that the party will emerge as a major force in South African politics.
