By BAKANG MOKOTO
14 May 2025- The South African National Civic Organisation (SANCO) in the North West province said it would like to formally caution all communities, business stakeholders and government entities about certain individuals, who have been expelled and suspended from the organisation. SANCO alleged that these individuals are now engaged in conduct that seeks to sow confusion and mislead the public.
SANCO spokesperson, Mzukisi Jam said, they have officially expelled its former National Executive Committee (NEC) member, James Gadinabokao from North West and former SANCO regional secretary in Ngaka Modiri Molema Region, Bennet Masike. Jam said Gadinabokao and Masike were expelled from their leadership positions and also as members of the organisation.
“Gadinabokao’s disciplinary hearing was held on 11 April 2025 at the Garden Court Hotel, OR Tambo International Airport. The hearing proceeded as scheduled with the full complement of the National Disciplinary Committee (NDC) present.
“However, Gadinabokao failed to attend and provided no apology or explanation for his absence. Masike similarly failed to appear before the Provincial Disciplinary Committee (PDC) for his hearing scheduled at the Rustenburg Local Municipality Building on 12 March 2025,” he said.
Jam further said Masike was therefore expelled with effect from 9 April 2025. He added that SANCO in North West confirmed the formal suspension of the Regional Chairperson in the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati Region, Comfort Kgatwane.
“Kgatwane has been notified to appear before the PDC on 30 May 2025, to answer to charges brought against him under the SANCO Constitution and Code of Conduct. The NEC is also processing the suspension of Sibongile Mulauzi, who is an NEC member from the North West province.
“Mulauzi is accused of conduct inconsistent with the organisation’s values and discipline. Furthermore, disciplinary actions are underway in the Ngaka Modiri Molema Region, with additional suspensions of some of the Regional Executive Members, who are working with Gadinabokao and Masike to undermine the leadership of SANCO,” said Jam.
He said the matter is pending finalisation. Jam said these disciplinary actions follow charges, but not limited to breach of the membership oath (Clause 79(1)(a) of the SANCO Constitution).
“The charge is sowing division within the organisation, including bringing SANCO into disrepute and dereliction of duty. There is also a charge of violating the Constitution, Code of Conduct and membership oath.
“SANCO North West PEC would also like to emphasize that these individuals such as Packet Seaketso and Khumalo Molefe, are not authorised to participate in or represent any SANCO activities,” he said.
Jam said legal advice is being sought on measures to prevent unauthorised use of SANCO’s name, brand, or logo. He said as per the SANCO Constitution, “Any person or entity desirous of utilising the name, logo, or brand of SANCO, may only do so with the express written consent of the General Secretary of the organisation.
“These individuals have shown disregard for SANCO’s constitutional processes and attempted to present themselves as above the organisation. However, as resolved at our 7th National Conference, SANCO is taking a firm stand against ill-discipline and misconduct, without fear or favour.
“We share this communication in the spirit of transparency and with deep respect for our communities and partners. It is also a precautionary notice that individuals may attempt to solicit money or support under false pretences, claiming to represent SANCO,” said Jam.
He said they urge stakeholders to verify any SANCO-related engagement through the Office of the Provincial Secretary. Jam said in accordance with Clause 81(d) of the SANCO Constitution, the affected individuals have the right to appeal or request a review of their expulsion or suspension to the Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) or National Executive Committee (NEC) within 21 days of receiving their letters of notification.
“SANCO remains committed to ethical leadership, accountability and the principles that bind us as a civic movement,” he said.
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