On a number of occasions we thought we had clinched a deal for new premises only to have to reverse the arrangements in the last minute. Hopefully this matter will be finalised soon to save costs of operating from Shell House. This is something the leadership of the ANC has been preaching for some time now. An organization which does not have the resources to sustain itself cannot hope to survive. It does not matter how noble an organization's ideals and policies are, these remain meaningless for as long as they cannot be implemented.
Implementation largely depends on funds.
A number of initiatives have been started but failed to yield dividends. We are pleased to report that at last a firm foundation has been laid for long term self sufficiency. The development of fund-raising policies and guidelines during this year has played a major role. Fund-raising must begin to occupy a central place in the Organization. Collectively we need to convert our members, supporters, sympathizers, friends and families into regular donors through a debit order campaign.