David Selassie Anthony declares bid for NDC Deputy National Organiser
David Selassie Anthony, known as 'DeAccra Mayor', has declared his intention to contest the position of Deputy National Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
In Brief
- •David Selassie Anthony, known as 'DeAccra Mayor', has declared his intention to contest the position of Deputy National Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
- •Mr Anthony's campaign focuses on strengthening grassroots mobilisation and giving constituency and regional organisers a greater role in the party's mobilisation and resource efforts.
- •He aims to strengthen the party structures that sustain the NDC between elections and mobilise supporters towards victory in the 2028 general elections.
- •If elected, he plans to make constituency and regional organising structures functional, with clearly defined responsibilities, regular engagement, and channels for their concerns to reach the national leadership.
- •Mr Anthony has served the NDC in various capacities, including Branch Communications Officer, Constituency Executive, and a member of the National Communications Team.
Why It Matters
David Selassie Anthony's bid for the position of Deputy National Organiser of the NDC is significant as it highlights the party's focus on grassroots mobilisation and the importance of constituency and regional organisers. This could potentially strengthen the party's structures and mobilisation efforts, which are crucial for the party's success in the 2028 general elections. His plans to make the organising structures functional and address the welfare of organisers could also have broader implications for the party's internal dynamics and its ability to engage and mobilise supporters effectively.
Key Details
- Position Contested
- Deputy National Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)
- Campaign Focus
- Strengthening grassroots mobilisation and giving constituency and regional organisers a greater role
- Objective
- Strengthening the party structures that sustain the NDC between elections and mobilising supporters towards victory in the 2028 general elections
- Previous Roles
- Branch Communications Officer, Constituency Executive, member of the National Communications Team, Personal Assistant to the party's National Communications Officer
Context & Background
David Selassie Anthony has a background in building engineering, farming, and politics. He is the founder of the De Mayor Foundation, a non-profit organisation focused on humanitarian services.
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