ANC Western Cape Provincial Legislature Caucus
The ANC Western Cape Caucus is the team of African National Congress Members of the Provincial Parliament dedicated to serving the people of the Western Cape. We are a dynamic group of elected public representatives who bring the voice of our communities into the Western Cape Provincial Legislature.
As the Official Opposition, we play a vital constitutional role in holding the Provincial Government accountable and ensuring that public power is exercised in the interests of the people — not the privileged few. We bring the voices of communities directly into the Legislature, turning grassroots concerns into legislative action.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between grassroots struggles and legislative action. We strive to ensure that the lived realities of ordinary Western Cape residents shape provincial laws, budgets, and policies. In doing so, we work to build a province that is inclusive, people-centred, and responsive to the needs of all who live in it.
Office Address:
ANC Caucus – Western Cape Provincial Legislature
7 Wale Street, 4th Floor
Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Mission and Vision
Mission:
Our mission is to provide principled, disciplined, and effective opposition in the Provincial Parliament by holding the Provincial Government accountable and advancing progressive, pro-poor policies that respond to the lived realities of our people. We are committed to strengthening public participation, deepening democracy, and ensuring that community voices shape legislation, budgets, and oversight processes. Through our work, we bridge the gap between grassroots struggles and legislative action to drive transformation in the Western Cape.
Vision:
Our vision is to build a just, inclusive, and people-centred Western Cape where government works for all — not the privileged few — and where equality, dignity, and opportunity are lived realities in every community. We envision a province defined by social justice, economic inclusion, accountable governance, and meaningful development that uplifts the poor, the working class, and the marginalised.
News & Updates
Stay informed about the latest initiatives, statements, and actions from the ANC Western Cape Caucus. We believe in transparency and keeping our communities updated on what we are doing to advocate for them. Here are some recent headlines and highlights:
ANC Caucus Calls for Urgent Action on Township Safety
Cape Town: The ANC Western Cape Caucus has demanded an immediate provincial plan to improve safety in crime-affected townships. In a statement issued today, our Caucus highlighted the surge in gang violence and called on the Western Cape Government to deploy additional resources to protect vulnerable communities. We are pushing for a multi-pronged approach, including better policing, youth prevention programs, and community partnerships to restore peace in our neighborhoods
The Caucus staged a principled walkout during a legislature sitting to protest the provincial government’s failure to address the housing crisis. Our media release condemns the inadequate budget for housing and the slow pace of delivering homes to thousands of backyard dwellers and informal settlers. “Decent housing is a constitutional right, not a privilege,” said Caucus Leader Hon. Khalid Sayed. “We won’t rest until every family in the Western Cape has a safe roof over their heads.”
Media Release: Opposition Walkout Over Housing Crisis
Statement: Rejecting the Provincial Powers Bill
The ANC Caucus, alongside our alliance partners, has vehemently opposed the DA’s proposed Provincial Powers Bill, which seeks to grab more powers for the provincial government at the expense of national cohesion. In a public statement, we warned that this bill would deepen divisions and inequality. We are mobilizing communities and legal resources to challenge any attempt to undermine our country’s cooperative governance framework. Our stance is clear: we will not allow legislation that risks making the Western Cape a playground for privilege and exclusion
After a series of Caucus-led community meetings across the Cape Flats and rural Boland, we brought dozens of service delivery complaints directly to the legislature. Water shortages in Dunoon, electricity outages in Khayelitsha, and clinic staff shortages in Beaufort West were among the issues raised. Thanks to our persistent questions and motions, the provincial government has committed to urgent interventions in several of these areas. This update shows the power of people’s voices when amplified in Parliament – a victory for community-driven oversight.
Update: Community Outreach Yields Results
What Is the ANC?
The African National Congress (ANC) is South Africa’s oldest liberation movement and the party of Nelson Mandela. Founded in 1912, the ANC led the struggle against apartheid, and in 1994 it became the nation’s f irst democratically elected government. At its core, the ANC stands for the principles of human rights, equality, and justice. It is committed to building a society that is free from racial, gender, and class oppression. In the context of the Western Cape, the ANC is deeply rooted in the community, fighting alongside residents for access to land, housing, quality education, decent jobs, and safety in our neighborhoods. The ANC’s values of unity, non-racialism, and social justice guide our Caucus’s work in the Provincial Legislature. We carry forward the ANC’s proud tradition of activism – from the defiance campaigns of the past to the service delivery protests of today – always striving to give power to the people. By situating our Caucus within the broader mission of the ANC, we ensure that our legislative efforts are not in isolation: they are part of the national and provincial push to transform South Africa into a country that truly belongs to all who live in it, black and white, rich and poor. When you engage with the ANC Western Cape Caucus, you are engaging with a movement that has a long history, a living legacy, and an ongoing commitment to making democracy work for everyone.
Leadership and Members
The ANC Western Cape Caucus is currently composed of eight dedicated Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) who represent the ANC in the Western Cape Legislature. Our Caucus is led by Hon. Khalid Sayed, who serves as the Caucus Leader and Leader of the Official Opposition in the Western Cape Provincial Parliament. Under his leadership, we formulate strategy and articulate an alternative vision for provincial governance that prioritizes the needs of the many over the few.
Assisting the Caucus Leader is Hon. Ayanda Bans, our Chief Whip, who ensures discipline and coordination in our ranks so that our actions inside and outside the House speak with one clear voice. The Chief Whip, together with Hon. Nomi Nkondlo as Deputy Chief Whip, organizes the Caucus’s daily work – from legislating to community engagements – and makes sure that every issue our constituents raise gets the attention it deserves.
Our team of ANC MPLs is diverse and experienced. Along with the leadership, Hon. Pat Lekker, Hon. Benson Ngqentsu, Hon. Fransie Kamfer, Hon. Beauty Stoffel, and Hon. Rachel Windvogel complete the Caucus. Each member brings unique insights from the communities they come from – be it urban townships, rural villages, or suburbs – and each is assigned to focus on key portfolios like education, health, community safety, economic opportunities, and more. Together, we are united by one common goal: to serve the people of the Western Cape with integrity, passion, and accountability. We take collective responsibility for amplifying the concerns of citizens, crafting solutions, and tirelessly advocating for a province that works for everyone.
Ayanda Bans
Chief Whip
Khalid Sayed
Leader of the Opposition
Nomi Nkondlo
Deputy Chief Whip
Pat Lekker
Fransie Kamfer
Rachel Windvogel
Benson Ngqentsu
Beauty Stoffel
Our Team
Behind the work of the ANC Western Cape Caucus is a dedicated team of professionals who support our Members in delivering effective opposition and community-centred leadership. From research and policy analysis to communications and administration, our staff ensure that our work in the Legislature is informed, responsive, and impactful.
LizoZosiwe
Caucus Coordinator
Bonnie Christians
Caucus Administrator
Nomntu Handu
Finance administrator
Roscoe Jacobs
Liaison Officer to the Leader of the Opposition
Mfundo Majola
Caucus Researcher
Mbali Somtsewu
Media & Communications
Volunteer:
Your time and skills can help empower our communities. Sign up as a volunteer to assist with Caucus outreach programs, community events, and campaigns. Whether you can help organize a local meeting, distribute pamphlets, or lend a hand at our community clean-up days, volunteers are the heart of our activist movement. We provide orientation and training – everyone has something to contribute!
Join the ANC:
Become a member of the African National Congress and be part of the change you want to see. Joining the ANC means you’ll be connected to your local branch and can influence policy from the ground up. As a member, you can participate in branch meetings, help elect leaders, and vote on important issues. Our strength is in our membership – the more people join, the stronger the voice for pro-people policies in the Western Cape. (We’ve provided a downloadable membership form in the Resources section, or visit any ANC branch office to sign up.)
Newsletter Sign-Up:
Stay updated on Caucus news and community initiatives. Subscribe to our e-newsletter to receive timely updates, announcements of upcoming events, and highlights of our work delivered straight to your inbox. We share inspiring stories of community victories, profiles of Caucus members, and practical information like how to navigate provincial government services. Don’t miss out – sign up and stay informed.
Petitions & Surveys:
Have your say on issues that matter. We frequently host petitions to put pressure on authorities for urgent changes (for example, fixing a hazardous roadway or stopping a school closure), and conduct surveys to gather public input on policy questions. Check our website and social media for active petitions you can sign and surveys you can fill out. This is a direct way to make your voice heard and help shape our Caucus’s priorities. Every signature counts and every opinion matters
Youth & Branch Outreach:
Youth empowerment and local organization are key to our movement. We encourage young people to get involved through the ANC Youth League and our Caucus’s internship and mentorship opportunities. If you’re a student or young activist, connect with us to learn about youth forums, leadership workshops, and internships in the Caucus where you can learn how governance works. Likewise, we work closely with ANC branches and alliance structures in 6 every community – so if you’re already in the ANC or an alliance partner, come to our Caucus open briefings and branch report-backs. Grassroots structures are where people power lives. Plug in, organize, and let’s transform our communities together.
For more details on any of these get-involved opportunities, feel free to reach out to us. Our team is ready to welcome you – together, we can make a tangible difference in the Western Cape.
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