ANC candidate purge exposes tensions over vetting and factionalism

The African National Congress has removed more than 350 councillor candidates ahead of the November 4 local government elections, sparking questions over its vetting process. Political analysts are divided, with one blaming factionalism while another says the move reflects the enforcement of long-standing standards.

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