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MK Party redeployment or reckoning? Oh Floyd Shivambu, it was always going to end in tears
Floyd Shivambu’s fall from grace in the MK Party was as dramatic as it was inevitable, writes IOL's Sihle Mlambo.
The rise and shift of Floyd Shivambu: From ANC Youth League to the MK Party
Explore the tumultuous political journey of Floyd Shivambu, from the ANC Youth League to the Economic Freedom Fighters and finally to Jacob Zuma's MK Party
Mayor faces backlash from Umkhanyakude Youth League over arrogance and funding issues
The newly-elected ANC Youth League leadership in Umkhanyakude criticises Mayor Simphile Mdaka for ignoring their requests for a meeting and inadequate funding for youth programmes.
Honouring Gertrude Shope: A champion of women's rights and courage in South Africa
Gertrude Shope, a revered leader in South Africa's anti-apartheid movement, has passed away at 99, leaving a legacy of courage and unwavering commitment to women's rights that inspires future generations.
ANCYL criticises DA's court challenge to Employment Equity Act as a threat to transformation
The ANC Youth League has fiercely opposed the DA's legal challenge to the Employment Equity Amendment Act, framing it as an attack on South Africa's constitutional values of equality and redress. As tensions rise within the Government of National Unity, the Youth League calls for unity in defending transformative legislation.
'Our people don't believe us anymore'- ANCYL blasts ANC over broken promises
Collen Malatji, President of the African National Congress Youth League, attributes the ANC's recent election defeat to its failure to tackle poverty and economic exclusion.
#JusticeforCwecwe | ANCYL and EFF demand justice for Cwecwe amid shocking Bergview College assault
Following the alleged rape of a seven-year-old girl at Bergview College, the ANCYL and EFF are calling for immediate justice and systemic reforms to protect vulnerable children in South Africa.
ANCYL expresses disappointment over VAT hike and demands tax justice
ANCYL criticises the proposed VAT hike, warning it will disproportionately affect vulnerable communities and calls for urgent tax justice measures.
ANCYL President Collen Malatji defends Zwelo Masilela's controversial deployment
ANCYL President Collen Malatji defends Zwelo Masilela's appointment as a senior researcher, asserting that blaming him for lacking qualifications is unjust.
ANCYL president calls for EFF to ‘close shop’ and join ANC after Ndlozi’s resignation from Parliament
In response to the resignation of Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi as an EFF Member of Parliament, ANC Youth League President Collen Malatji has called on the party to close shop and join the ANC.