Limpopo – Collen Malatji secured re-election as president of the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) during its electoral conference in Polokwane.
The vote occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning, with Malatji and his slate achieving a clean sweep as no challengers emerged.
Congratulations to Cde Collen Malatji on his election as President of the ANC Youth League at its 27th National Congress #ANCYL27thCongress pic.twitter.com/2H0G3d5v3o
— ANC – African National Congress (@MYANC) December 16, 2025
Key office-bearers elected unopposed include:
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Deputy President: Fransicor Dyantyi (Eastern Cape)
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Secretary-General: Tsakani Shiviti (Limpopo)
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Deputy Secretary-General: Zama Khanyase (KwaZulu-Natal)
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2nd Deputy President: Venus Blennies-Magape (Northern Cape)
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Treasurer-General: Jacob Tau (Mpumalanga)
Despite predictions of an unchallenged win, Malatji emphasised the ANCYL’s commitment to democratic processes, saying he welcomed any floor nominations.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
