This morning, I took an oath of office as the Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa sworn in by Chief Justice Raymond Zondo in Cape Town.

Wishing you all a blessed Heritage Day South Africa🇿🇦 On this day, we should celebrate our cultural diversity, our inherited sense of family identity, our traditions, cultural wealth, and artefacts passed down through the generations, particularly since the dawn of democracy. Let us work together to preserve our legacy, protect our past, and shape our county for a better future. #MyPrideMyIdentity #HeritageDay2026 #HeritageDay

Today I received a courtesy call from former president, Thabo Mbeki at home. The visit by the struggle stalwart was cordial and assuring. “Zizi” was accompanied by the Thabo Mbeki Foundation CEO, Max Boqwana. I would like to thank Mr Mbeki and many of you who have sent messages of support. I look forward to returning to my duties in full, serving our nation with renewed energy and commitment. Inkomu, and may God bless South Africa.

MESSAGE BY DEPUTY PRESIDENT PAUL MASHATILE ON RECENT KILLINGS OF WOMEN IN THE EAST RAND 16 SEPTEMBER 2026 As Chairperson of the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster Cabinet Committee, I wish to strongly condemn the recent killings of women in and around Kempton Park in Gauteng. I join President Cyril Ramaphosa and all South Africans in extending deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the women who have lost their lives under these horrific circumstances. I would like to express solidarity with the women and residents of Kempton Park, surrounding areas and the whole country affected by this latest devastating news. In the same vein, I would like to urge our law enforcement agencies to continue to work with other relevant stakeholders and communities to ensure that those responsible for these crimes are brought to book and that women and children feel safe in their communities. Gender-based violence (GBV) has no place in our communities, and all men should be in the forefront condemning such violence and protecting women. #EndGBV #SayNoToGBV #EnoughIsEnough

MESSAGE BY DEPUTY PRESIDENT PAUL MASHATILE ON HIS PROGRESSIVE RECOVERY 15 SEPTEMBER 2026 Fellow South Africans, as many of you know, I recently underwent a minor medical procedure. I am pleased to share that my recovery is progressing well, and I am regaining strength each day. On the advice of my doctors, I will continue resting until advised otherwise while work and delegated responsibilities continue to be underway in the capable team in my office with other stakeholders in government, business and other sectors. I wish to thank my family, the medical team who continue to care for me, my team in the office, my colleagues in government, and in the ANC, and most importantly, President Ramaphosa and all South Africans who have sent messages of support. Your prayers and encouragement have been a source of strength. Let us continue working together for the progress of our country. I assure you that I remain dedicated to the responsibilities entrusted to me, and I look forward to returning to my duties in full, serving our nation with renewed energy and commitment. Thank you, and may God bless South Africa.

The success of the upcoming elections is crucial, and the ANC, which has carried the hopes and aspirations of the people from liberation to democracy, must emerge victorious. #ANCManifesto2026 #LGE2026 #ANCMayihlomeRally ⚫️🟢🟡

#ANCManifesto #ANCManifesto2026 #LGE2026 #VoteANC2026 #ANC2026 #VoteANC #ANCMayihlomeRally ⚫️🟢🟡

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Join us on Sunday at Riverside, Diepsloot for the launch of the 2026 Local Government Elections Manifesto, as we will be taking South Africans through practical plans and initiatives when it comes to human settlement, housing, electricity and sanitation. #ANCManifesto

#VoteANC2026 #YearOfDecisiveAction

#VoteANC2026 #YearOfDecisiveAction

Comrade Mzikayifane Elias Khumalo was a true servant of the people whose life was defined by humility, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the betterment of his community and our nation. May his soul rest in eternal peace. #RIPMzikayifaneKhumalo #RIPMzi