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Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has vowed to restore the party’s dominance in KwaZulu-Natal following its devastating defeat by the MK Party. Speaking during the funeral of Mongezi Twala’s mother, Mama Twala, in Newcastle on Sunday, Malema addressed mourners and dignitaries from across the political spectrum, including leaders from the Inkatha … Read More “Malema vows to dismantle Zuma’s MK Party from KZN” »
On August 19, 2024, Shivambu took to X (formerly Twitter) to clarify the reasons behind his exit, dispelling rampant speculation. In his post, Shivambu dismissed the circulating rumors, labeling them as “FALSE” and characterizing his resignation as “a revolutionary act that will allow Progressive Forces to unite and work towards the agenda for progressive and … Read More “Floyd Shivambu Breaks Silence: Why I Left the EFF” »
Floyd Shivambu and Mzwanele “Jimmy” Manyi, two influential figures in South Africa’s political landscape, have recently made headlines by joining the Umkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP). Shivambu, a founding member of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) alongside Julius Malema, and Manyi, who previously aligned himself with the African Transformation Movement (ATM) before joining the EFF, have … Read More “Zuma’s MKP to Place Shivambu and Manyi in Influential Positions” »
A brewing leadership crisis within the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has reached its tipping point, leading to the departure of Floyd Shivambu, one of the party’s most prominent figures. Insiders suggest that Shivambu’s exit was fueled by feelings of betrayal and disrespect at the hands of EFF leader Julius Malema, during high-stakes negotiations with the … Read More “Betrayed by Malema: How Malema’s Secret Deals Led to Floyd Shivambu’s Dramatic Departure” »
South Africa’s political landscape is one of constant flux, marked by shifting alliances, the rise of new political movements, and the fallout from internal power struggles. One of the most recent and significant developments is the departure of Mzwanele Manyi and Floyd Shivambu from the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) to the newly formed MK Party. … Read More “The “Loud” Silence of Mbuyiseni Ndlozi: A Reflection on the EFF’s Slow Demise” »
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit in August 2024 was expected to be a routine gathering of regional leaders to discuss critical issues affecting the bloc. However, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema’s decision to attend the summit via video link, while his counterparts were physically present, has thrown the spotlight on the deepening diplomatic row … Read More “Diplomatic Row Between Zimbabwe and Zambia: Hichilema’s Virtual Attendance at the SADC Summit and Its Implications” »
As Zimbabwe prepares to host the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit on August 17-18, 2024, the region finds itself at a critical juncture. This year’s summit will mark a significant leadership transition as President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe is set to assume the SADC chairmanship from Angola’s João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço. The transition is … Read More ” Zimbabwe’s SADC Chairmanship: A Test of Leadership Amid Regional and Domestic Turmoil” »
