ANC Youth League in Limpopo Slams Stan Mathabatha's Resignation, Calls Him a Coward

Stan Mathabatha

The ANC Youth League in Limpopo has expressed their disgust and disappointment following the resignation of Stan Mathabatha as the provincial Chairperson of the ANC.

In a strongly worded statement, the ANCYL Limpopo rejected Mathabatha's way of resignation, calling him a coward and accusing him of running away from the problems facing the party.

According to the ANCYL, Mathabatha's leadership has been marred by scandals, including the VBS scandal and the tin housing saga. The youth league questioned Mathabatha's integrity, saying that if he felt his integrity was too big for the ANC, he should have resigned without causing drama.

"We refuse the characterization of the ANC as purported in the letter," the ANCYL statement read. "If there is degeneration in the character of our movement, it is the role of its leadership to take responsibility, not to run away from issues instead of providing leadership. This, in our observation, is a sign of cowardice."

The ANCYL Limpopo called on the leadership of the ANC to reject Mathabatha's step-aside and instead, demand that he resigns from Parliament and his role as Deputy Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development. "If Cde Mathabatha feels what he calls his integrity is too big for the ANC, he might as well pen a short resignation letter without causing drama," the statement read.

The youth league's reaction to Mathabatha's resignation highlights the deep-seated problems within the ANC in Limpopo. The party's renewal project is aimed at addressing these challenges, but it seems that some leaders are not willing to take responsibility for their actions.

The ANCYL Limpopo's statement is a clear indication that Mathabatha's resignation will not be taken lightly. The youth league is demanding accountability and leadership from the party's leadership, and it remains to be seen how the ANC will respond to these demands.

In the statement, the ANCYL Limpopo recognized Mathabatha as a tried and tested cadre of the movement with a rich track record in the struggle of the people. However, they emphasized that the party's problems require leaders who are willing to take responsibility and provide solutions, not those who run away from challenges.

The ANCYL's call for Mathabatha's resignation from Parliament and his role as Deputy Minister is a significant development that could have far-reaching implications for the ANC in Limpopo. It remains to be seen how the party will respond to these demands and whether Mathabatha will comply with the youth league's call.