Leadership & Structures

NEC

National Executive Committee

The NEC is the highest decision-making body of GSAW between Conventions, responsible for strategic direction, oversight, and governance (Article 10).

President

Ms Nokuxola Florence Mnyateli

Head and chief directing officer of GSAW. Presents comprehensive statements on the state of the nation and outlines party policy. Makes pronouncements on behalf of the NEC.

Deputy President

Mr Mpumelelo Jason Booi

Assists and deputises for the President. Carries out functions entrusted by Convention, President, or NEC.

Chairperson

Mr Siyabulela Mathenga

Presides over National Convention. Custodian of decisions. Operates within parameters of policy set out by Convention.

Deputy Chairperson

Ms Christina Nomthandazo Khundla

Assists and deputises for the Chairperson. Ensures governance procedures are followed at all levels.

Secretary General

Ms Siphokazi Rozani

Chief administrative officer. Keeps minutes, conducts correspondence, conveys decisions and instructions to provincial structures. Full-time functionary.

Treasurer General

Mr Sindisile Welcome Matinise

Chief custodian of funds and property. Manages banking, financial reporting, budgets, and fund raising activities.

Deputy Secretary General

Mr Vincent Ndzala

Assists and deputises for the Secretary General. Carries out functions entrusted by Convention or NEC.

National Executive Committee (Additional Positions)

Spokesperson

Mr Lutendo Ramalana

Head of Provinces

To Be Appointed

Head of Departments

To Be Appointed

Organiser

To Be Appointed

NEC Policy

NEC Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Direction

Set the party's overall vision, mission, and goals. Drive out decisions and instructions of the National Convention.

Oversight & Governance

Monitor party activities, ensure compliance with party policies, and make decisions on key issues. Ensure structures function effectively.

Policy Development

Develop and review party policies, ensuring alignment with GSAW values and Biblical principles.

Leadership Development

Identify, train, and mentor future leaders across all structures from branch to national level.

Financial Management

Oversee financial management, budgeting, and reporting. Ensure transparency and accountability of all party funds.

Communication

Ensure effective communication with members, stakeholders, and the public. No public statements without NEC consultation.

Organisation

Party Structures

National Convention

Supreme policy-making body. 95% delegates from active branch members. Elects the NEC. Meets every 5 years (first in 2026).

Provincial Structures

Provincial Convention elects the PEC. Manages party affairs in each of the 9 provinces. PEC meets regularly under NEC guidance.

Regional Structures

PEC divides provinces into regions. Regional executive committees are accountable to the PEC for their functioning.

Branches

Basic unit of the party. Minimum 20 members. Meet at least monthly. Branch executive meets fortnightly.

Women's League

Open to all women members. Defends and advances the rights of women against all forms of national, social and gender oppression. Autonomous body with own constitution.

Youth League

Open to persons aged 16–35. Unites and leads young men and women in confronting problems facing the youth. Members over 18 participate in full political life.