GA-SEKORORO, LIMPOPO — The African Freedom Party (AFP) has officially launched its election manifesto in Limpopo, setting its sights on the upcoming local government elections across the Mopani District. The launch, held in Ga-Sekororo, outlines the party’s strategic focus on resolving critical service delivery challenges and improving the daily lives of residents in the region.
Formed in 2016, the AFP previously secured one seat in the Greater Tzaneen local municipality during the 2021 local government elections. Building on that foundation, the party is now registered to expand its footprint and contest in five local municipalities within the Mopani District: Greater Giyani, Greater Tzaneen, Greater Letaba, Phalaborwa, and Maruleng.
AFP Leader Ronny Shai addressed the crowd at the launch, highlighting the extensive scale of their upcoming campaign.
“We contest five municipalities: Greater Giyani, Greater Tzaneen, Greater Letaba, Phalaborwa, and Maruleng,” Shai stated. “We contest the 258 seats, 129 Wards and 129 PR.”
Shai emphasized the party’s commitment to the residents of Greater Tzaneen, Greater Giyani, and surrounding areas, promising that their lives will see a 100% positive change under the AFP. He described the organization as a party that deeply cares for both the youth and the elders.
The newly unveiled manifesto prioritizes pressing service delivery issues, most notably water provision and deteriorating infrastructure. Community members in Sedawa Village, who braved the heat to attend the launch in the Maruleng local municipality, echoed these concerns. Residents pointed out that poor road conditions severely impact daily life, making it difficult for the community to access the local cemetery. Additionally, the area suffers from a lack of local high schools and high youth unemployment.
Supporters expressed optimism that the AFP will bring meaningful change to the area. An AFP candidate contesting the Leava sub-region noted that the community relies heavily on the party to improve local conditions and deliver on its promises.
Young supporters highlighted that while they feel the current government neglects them, Shai’s grassroots approach—visiting homes to discuss youth unemployment—gives them hope. They are optimistic that the party will prioritize young people and bring much-needed jobs to the community.
Looking beyond the current local government elections, the African Freedom Party has set its sights on a larger national stage, announcing its intention to contest the general elections for the first time in 2029.
