By OBAKENG MAJE
The cash-strapped ANC will construct state-of-the-art offices in Mahikeng, North West. This announcement was made by the ANC provincial chairperson, Nono Maloyi during a sod-turning on Friday.
Maloyi said, the ANC in North West is the only province without decent offices, so they have decided to build proper offices here in Mahikeng. He said they will utilise the land that was bought 10 years ago by the ruling party.
“This is the piece of land that was bought by the organisation many years ago. However, we have not been able to utilise it until now. So, we thought it must be put to good use by building new offices.
“This is going to be a revolutionary house, where all ANC structures will be housed including alliance partners if they have that appetite. The aim is to complete the project before the 2024 General Elections if things go accordingly,” he said.
The ANC provincial treasurer, Sello Lehari shared the same sentiments. Lehari said the ruling party does not have money, but they will rely on good Samaritans for funding.
“We were impressed by the ANC offices in Limpopo on January 8 this year. So, we are benchmarking with them, but this one will be the best of the best in Africa. The construction project will commence anytime soon.
“As you know, the party does not have money, but we are relying on donations, not in the form of cash. If we need any material, someone will go and buy it for us,” Lehari said.
He further said, these will be state-of-the-art offices and they will invite the media during the opening. Lehari added that, they have not identified a contractor yet, but talks are at an advanced stage.
“It is up to the people who are assisting us and the talks are at 80% in identifying the potential contractor. Also, the designers are still finalising the construction plan.
“We will soon let you know how much the construction project will cost us. Remember, this land was bought 10 years ago before we could even become leaders, so, we do not have figures with us now on how much it was purchased for,” said Lehari.
However, the cagey Lehari promised to share the amount when at a later stage.
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