Dukwana, who recently served as the interim provincial committee (IPC) convener, went head-to-head against Free State Premier Sisi Ntombela and received 346 votes, while Ntombela received 306 votes.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has given top five leadership structure elected at the ninth ANC Free State conference marching orders to unite, revive and renew the party in the province.
Her statement comes after losing to her counterpart, Cogta MEC Mxolisi Dukwana, who recently served as the ANC Interim Provincial Committee (IPC) convenor and was elected the provincial chairperson.
ANC national chairperson Gwede Mantashe has called on party members in the Free State to protect President Cyril Ramaphosa and his office at all costs.