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‘We could dismantle the EFF if we wanted’: Shivambu urges dialogue, not division for South Africa's Progressive Caucus

Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast, said, “Remember, what brought the EFF and ANC together, I think was their dislike of [President Cyril] Ramaphosa. ”

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

MK Party responds to charges against Mpofu and Mkhwebane

Advocates Dali Mpofu and Busisiwe Mkhwebane have both dismissed charges from the Legal Practice Council, describing it as a political witch-hunt.

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Mashudu Sadike|Published

MK Party condemns LPC's 'political persecution' of advocates Mpofu and Mkhwebane

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has condemned the allegations against advocates Dali Mpofu and Busisiwe Mkhwebane, asserting that these claims are politically motivated attempts to silence dissenting voices.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

Is Busisiwe Mkhwebane's removal from the advocate roll politically motivated?

Busisiwe Mkhwebane, the former Public Protector and current MP for the Umkhonto weSizwe Party, speaks out against the Legal Practice Council's (LPC) plans to remove her from the advocate roll, labelling the move as politica. lly motivated and part of a broader campaign of harassment stemming from her previous investigations

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

MKP battles internal divisions ahead of crucial KZN by-elections, says Mchunu

MKP's KZN convenor Willies Mchunu acknowledges that internal divisions have cost the party crucial votes in past by-elections, as top leaders mobilize supporters in uPhongolo and KwaDukuza ahead of April 2 polls. 'Wherever there is infighting, we lose elections,' warns Mchunu.

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Bongani Hans|Published

Mbuyiseni Ndlozi resigns from EFF due to strained relations with Julius Malema

As the dust settles from this resignation, all eyes will be on Ndlozi as he navigates his next steps amidst a continually changing political landscape.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

‘I don’t drink alcohol,’ insists mayor accused of being drunk at ANC event

A video of Maluti-a-Phofung mayor Malekula Melato is circulating, where she appears to be unable to stand up during the event while wearing the ANC Women’s League regalia.

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Loyiso Sidimba|Published

‘I don’t drink alcohol,’ insists mayor accused of being drunk at ANC event

Maluti-a-Phofung mayor questions why it is claimed she was drunk while she was just happy and is known to be energetic

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Loyiso Sidimba|Published

‘I don’t drink alcohol,’ insists mayor accused of being drunk at ANC event

Maluti-a-Phofung mayor questions why it is claimed she was drunk while she was just happy and is known to be energetic

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Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Busisiwe Mkwebane responds to Mary Phadi's legal claims, focuses on strengthening MK Party in Mpumalanga

Busisiwe Mkwebane, the new convener of the MK Party in Mpumalanga, shares her vision for the province's future, addressing past controversies and the importance of unity within the party.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

Mkhwebane takes the helm: Zuma's bold move in MK Party amidst internal strife

Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane's appointment as the MK Party's Mpumalanga convener comes amid significant leadership tensions, following allegations against former leader Mary Phadi

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

MK Party appoints new leadership team for Mpumalanga Province

The Umkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) has appointed a new leadership team for Mpumalanga Province, including Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane as Provincial Convenor, as part of a strategy to strengthen its political presence.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

2024, the year that EFF bled green

EFF leader Julius Malema labelled Jacob Zuma a corrupt leader and said he will never work with him. This is because the former statesman wanted the EFF and other parties to close their organisation and unite under the MKP.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Mbuyiseni Ndlozi set to dump EFF

The looming question of Mbuyiseni Ndlozi’s departure from the EFF raises alarm bells within the party, leading to speculation about the implications for its leadership and viability amidst notable exits and internal strife.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

MK Party prepares for its first anniversary

As Jacob Zuma’s MK Party gears up for its first anniversary, questions abound about whether the party will be able to sustain its growing influence in the coming years.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

From politics to beauty: Mzansi reacts to Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s new hustle

Former public protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has resorted to selling beauty products now that her political career is behind her.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

‘Nkandla will be attached if Jacob Zuma does not pay us our money’ - Julius Malema

‘‘We defeated Zuma a long time ago… We brought him to the Constitutional Court and we said, ‘pay back the money,’ and he paid back the money. He has not forgiven us for that

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

MK Party’s gala dinner with Zuma promises exclusivity for a hefty price

As the gala approaches, it remains to be seen whether the MK Party can leverage its growing profile and Jacob Zuma’s enduring popularity to solidify its place in a rapidly evolving political landscape.

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LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Claims of EFF councillor’s defection to MK Party causes controversy at his funeral

In a tumultuous time for the EFF, KZN secretary Nkululeko Ngubane defends the legacy of deceased councillor David Matseke against defection claims, amid the factional strife brewing within the party as leaders abandon ship.

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LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

To survive Zuma’s wrath, Malema must return to the ANC - ANCYL leader Collen Malatji

ANC Youth League president Collen Malatji said EFF members switching to MKP was Zuma’s hit back at Malema for removing him from office as president.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Tea time is over! Julius Malema says he has no relationship with Jacob Zuma

On Friday, Malema spoke to the media during President Duma Boko's inauguration ceremony in Botswana, addressing the status of his relationship with Zuma at the time.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Malema attends Botswana inauguration amid EFF shake-up following Mpofu’s exit

This moment was not only a personal win for Malema but also a sign of the strengthening ties between South Africa and Botswana.

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Christopher Buda|Published

Julius Malema hints at more departures after Dali Mpofu leaves EFF

As Dali Mpofu exits the EFF, speculation mounts over the party’s stability and the loyalty of its remaining members.

The Star News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Zuma deployed to KZN to stabilise MKP amid tensions

JACOB Zuma is hard at work in KwaZulu-Natal quelling tensions that have wrecked and threatened to factionalize his Umkhonto Wesizwe Party (MKP) as a result of disgruntlement about parachuting recently joined members into senior positions.

Sunday Tribune News
Bongani Hans|Published

‘If ANC is not careful, it could be overtaken,’ warns Gayton McKenzie on Jacob Zuma’s MK Party

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister, Gayton McKenzie, warned that synergy within the Government of National Unity (GNU) was important to prevent what he called as a “tsunami” of Jacob Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe Party.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published