The African National Congress (ANC) reprimands eThekwini mayor Cyril Xaba after what it describes as divisive remarks concerning South Africans of Indian descent. The reprimand follows a public altercation involving Xaba and human rights activist Yeshelen Govender. According to the reporting, the dispute becomes public, drawing criticism and prompting the ANC to take action against the mayor’s comments. The ANC’s decision is presented as a response to the impact of Xaba’s statements on community relations. The reports focus on the ANC’s internal disciplinary step and the surrounding controversy, rather than on details of any formal charges or further proceedings. The matter remains tied to the wider conversation about respectful public discourse and human rights, with Govender’s involvement highlighting the issue’s sensitivity. The coverage does not indicate an immediate replacement or specific sanctions beyond the reprimand, but it establishes that the party views the remarks as problematic enough to warrant intervention.