POLITICS

We're delighted Tabane & Co have left - COPE

Phillip Dexter says defectors to ANC did their best to destroy party

The Congress of the People notes the announcement that Messrs Tabane, Ngebetsha, Dandala, Kepe and Bala have joined the ANC. These individuals formed part of the core of the self-styled "Shilowa Express" who have waged a sustained campaign from with the party to destroy it. The fact that they have now revealed their loyalties is the first honest thing these individuals have done in a long time.

COPE will only be effected by their departure positively. Claims that these "defections" of members who have resigned a long time ago (over a year ago in one case) sound the death-knell of the party are a bizarre exaggeration. Since the departure of others of their comrades in conspiracy, COPE has grown in leaps and bounds. The party has registered candidates in all provinces for the local government elections. The response from citizens is positive. Many are delighted that these types have now left the party.

Statement issued by Phillip Dexter, Head of Communications, April 19 2011

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