ANC Minister Sisisi Tolashe summoned by the NEC over allegations involving Chinese vehicle donations
Viable News Team 
Political pressure is mounting on Sisisi Tolashe after she was summoned to appear before the African National Congress National Executive Committee (NEC) over allegations linked to the handling of donated vehicles.
According to a report by Eyewitness News, the Social Development Minister has been asked to account for claims that two vehicles, reportedly donated by Chinese benefactors to the ANC Women’s League, were instead registered in the names of her children.
The issue has already been raised before the ANC’s Integrity Commission, where Tolashe reportedly argued that her actions were intended to protect the assets. She is said to have claimed that registering the vehicles under the Women’s League could have exposed them to seizure due to the organisation’s financial challenges.
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula confirmed that the NEC has not yet received a formal report from the Integrity Commission but wants clarity directly from Tolashe in the meantime. He indicated that the party is not yet considering asking her to step aside, though that could change depending on the findings.
The controversy has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties. The Democratic Alliance and ActionSA have both called for accountability, with questions raised about whether the donation was properly declared in line with parliamentary ethics rules.
Under South Africa’s Executive Ethics Code, Cabinet members are required to disclose gifts above a certain threshold, and failure to do so can trigger investigations or disciplinary action. Critics argue that the alleged diversion of assets meant for a political structure raises broader concerns about transparency and governance.
The matter has also widened following separate reports suggesting that other political figures may have been linked to similar vehicle donations, although those claims remain under scrutiny.
For now, the ANC says it will allow its internal processes to unfold before making any final decisions. However, the situation continues to generate public debate, particularly around ethical leadership and accountability in government.
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