IFP and NFP locked in crucial talks amid rising tensions:

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NFP in KwaZulu-Natal hits back at ‘attention seeker’ Shinga over court threat: The National Freedom Party (NFP) hits back at party chairperson Mbali Shinga ...

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Key FactsANC Affirms Backing for KZN Coalition Amid Uncertainty

Jun 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za

The ANC confirmed continued full support for the coalition government involving the IFP and DA in KwaZulu-Natal.

Challenges within the NFP are viewed as temporary and have not altered the ANC’s stance on the Government of Provincial Unity.

Ambiguity surrounds Mbali Shinga’s position as Social Development MEC following her expulsion and court proceedings.

The NFP is preparing to replace Shinga with its president Ivan Barnes and backs a motion to remove Premier Ntuli.

We are still part of the GPU and we have not taken a decision that suggests otherwise. The NFP problem is just a sparkle and what is happening is not unique to KwaZulu-Natal, it happens everywhere... so is the nature of coalitions.
— Fikile Mbalula at a party rally in eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal

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ANC rejects MKP's call for coalition talks in KwaZulu-Natal: The ANC has dismissed the Umkhonto weSizwe Party's request for a coalition meeting to challenge the ...

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National Freedom Party confirms its position outside KZN Government of Provincial Unity

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IOL EXCLUSIVE | NFP accuses ANC of intimidation to rejoin KZN GPU, says Ivan Barnes

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ANC promises ‘something good’ for NFP President Ivan Barnes amid party infighting and GPU turmoil

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NFP ‘adequately represented’ in KZN government of provincial unity, says IFP : NFP’s demand for more GPU roles sparks political tension

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MK Party signals fresh bid to topple Premier Ntuli as NFP exits KZN unity government

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Key FactsMK Party Seeks Control in KwaZulu-Natal Politics

Oct 29, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za

Jacob Zuma’s MK Party is courting the ANC to back a motion aimed at removing IFP premier Thami Ntuli.

A coalition of ANC, IFP, DA, and NFP currently blocks the no-confidence motion amid ongoing tensions.

Internal struggles within the NFP complicate governance, though its legislative caucus continues to support the premier.

Political experts doubt MK’s ability to secure the four additional seats needed to change the government.

The caucus reiterates that the GPU remains intact and continues to function smoothly and effectively in fulfilling its legislative and governance responsibilities.
— This was stated by the caucus of the National Freedom Party (NFP) in the legislature to confirm their support for the GPU.

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