ANC deputy president Paul Mashatile said the African National Congress (ANC) needs another 30 years to build houses, create job opportunities, build roads and infrastructure, and ensure that the services are delivered to all.
He said they have done a lot over the past 30 years but pleaded with the people to give them more time to fulfil their long-standing promises and reach more people.
When elected to power in 1994, the ANC promised the citizens a “better life” for all.
“Some are still unemployed and some still struggle to take their children to schools, we want to reach everybody.
“So, we need another 30 years of leading this country to a better life. We have worked hard for the last years but we need more but we can only get through your votes,” he said.
Mashatile was addressing the community of Kanana in Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria, on Tuesday during the ANC’s campaign trail to intensify its efforts to win the elections.
He visited several communities around the area in a bid to bolster votes for his party ahead of the election.
The 2024 national and provincial elections will be held on May 29.
Driving around Hammanskraal, locals could be seen walking around carrying water bottles to buy water.
Hammanskraal residents told IOL that they have had water problems for decades. Anna Seabe is one such resident.
“You see, I am from the shop to refill my water bottles because water is a problem but we hope after the elections that all will be well,” Seabe said.
Despite their difficulties, Mashatile was well received by the community, with others shouting “We will vote for the ANC, don’t worry.”
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