OpinionThe political gamble of Floyd Shivambu: Is he overestimating his popularity?:
One hit wonder or political chameleon? Zohra Teke on Floyd Shivambu's leaving. ...
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Floyd Shivambu’s High-Stakes Political MoveShivambu intends to create a new party but remains in MK for now, facing imminent expulsion amid internal conflicts.
Key FactsJun 20, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
- Floyd Shivambu is considering forming his own political party while still maintaining membership in uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK).
- His strategy mirrors previous moves by Jacob Zuma and Julius Malema, who maintained influence despite party departures.
- Shivambu faces internal opposition within MK, particularly from Zuma’s faction and his daughter Duduzile.
- Many South Africans doubt his popularity, and his removal from MK appears inevitable and imminent.
The only one who can maintain control over the party is Zuma, and Shivambu will not be tolerated.— This comment refers to the political dynamics between Floyd Shivambu and Jacob Zuma, particularly in the context of Shivambu's potential split from MK.
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Former MK Party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu has announced the beginning of a process to form a new political outfit after he was accused of trying to ... Show more
Directionless ANC, fiefdoms and family projects: inside Floyd Shivambu’s quest for an alternative
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Paid articlePaywallFloyd Shivambu: considers new political party -but says he's not leaving MK Party
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Gloves Off: Shivambu will not be an MK Party MP anymore: MK Party leader, Jacob Zuma, said former secretary-general Floyd Shivambu’s trip to Malawi was the ...
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OpinionThe political gamble of Floyd Shivambu: Is he overestimating his popularity?: One hit wonder or political chameleon? Zohra Teke on Floyd Shivambu's leaving. ...
iol.co.za/opinion/2025-06-20-the-political-gamble-of-floyd-shivambu-is-he-overestimating-his-popularity/
eNCA Jun 19 25
I will never resign from the MK Party – Floyd Shivambu: Despite the fallout, Shivambu expressed unwavering support for the party and its founder and president.
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Shivambu: I was fired as MK secretary-general over false plot against Zuma: Shivambu closed the door on returning to the EFF, calling his former party a ‘cult’
mg.co.za/politics/2025-06-19-shivambu-i-was-fired-over-false-plot-against-zuma/
WATCH: Former MK Party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu has just unveiled plans to launch a new political party — but, he claims if South Africans reject it ... Show more
Floyd Shivambu spills the beans on MK Party, Jacob Zuma, Fake Intelligence Reports, Plot to Oust JZ
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Shivambu says he was removed as MK Party G-S based on a 'rubbish' intelligence report
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Former MKP secretary-general Shivambu announces ‘consultations’ to form new party
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WATCH | Former MK Party SG Floyd Shivambu addresses media: Former MK Party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu is addressing a news conference on Thursday ...
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EWN Jun 19 25
Former MK SG Shivambu to give clarity on his political future: Shivambu was recently axed as the party’s secretary-general following his trip to Malawi where he ...
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Floyd Shivambu unveils Mayibuye consultation process, enlisting former EFF and MK leaders for dialogue
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‘I must unconditionally retract’: Floyd Shivambu apologises for drug use accusations against Ndhlela
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MK Party spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela releases lab results amid drug use claims from Floyd Shivambu
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-06-25-mk-party-spokesperson-nhlamulo-ndhlela-releases-lab-results-amid-drug-use-claims-from-floyd-shivambu/
EWN Jun 28 25
Shivambu claims many MK Party members unhappy with how organisation is run: While Shivambu is still a member of the MK Party, he has established the Mayibuye ...
ewn.co.za/2025/06/28/shivambu-claims-many-mk-party-members-unhappy-with-running-of-organisation
MK Party spokesperson Ndhlela says Shivambu wanted to destroy the party: Ndhlela said Shivambu joined the party with the intention of destroying it.
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-06-24-mk-party-spokesperson-ndhlela-says-shivambu-wanted-to-destroy-the-party/
Key FactsInternal Struggles Threaten MK Party's Stability
Jun 24, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
- Ndhlela accused Shivambu of attempting to infiltrate and destroy the MK Party from within since joining last year.
- Shivambu reportedly rewrote the party constitution to grant himself excessive authority and place loyalists in key provincial positions.
- The MK Party leadership monitored Shivambu’s moves to understand his strategy and identify his supporters.
- Ndhlela vowed legal action against Shivambu over false claims, while the party plans to soon announce his status.
I'm not going to leave this. I’m not a druggy. I'm going to take it further.— Ndhlela on his intention to take legal action against Shivambu.
Mbalula slams Floyd Shivambu as ‘failed politician’ after MK Party demotion: ANC secretary general Fikile Mbalula has slammed former MK Party secretary-general ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-06-25-mbalula-slams-floyd-shivambu-as-failed-politician-after-mk-party-demotion/
sabcnews.com Jun 24 25
Shivambu says many ready to join his potential new political party - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business ...
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'Floyd was a big problem in the EFF': Mgcini Tshwaku responds to 'cult' claims
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-06-20-floyd-was-a-big-problem-in-the-eff-mgcini-tshwaku-responds-to-cult-claims/
Key FactsEFF Member Rebuts Cult Allegations Against Party
Jun 20, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Mgcini Tshwaku denies that the EFF operates as a cult, affirming its democratic and accountable nature.
- He criticizes former deputy leader Floyd Shivambu for being ineffective and relying on others for grassroots work.
- Tshwaku recounts Shivambu’s laziness and disregard for members’ struggles during local organizing efforts.
- Shivambu’s departure stemmed from disagreements over coalition talks, with Tshwaku calling him cowardly for not voicing concerns internally.
Floyd was a big problem in the EFF. Many of us are injured because of him.— Mgcini Tshwaku, an EFF member, discussing the issues caused by Floyd Shivambu.
I'd speak against the untouchables, people who take drugs and tweet at night: Shivambu
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POLL | Should Floyd Shivambu leave the MK Party and go on his own?: Should Floyd leave the MP Party?
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-06-17-poll-should-floyd-shivambu-leave-the-mk-party-and-go-on-his-own/
The Citizen Jun 17 25
Zuma’s tirade against Shivambu indicates he is ‘no longer useful to him’: uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) leader Jacob Zuma launched a scathing but veiled attack against ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/shivambu-character-assassination-no-longer-useful-jacob-zuma/
Floyd Shivambu excluded from MK Party's Parliamentary list - for now: Sources within the MK Party have informed IOL that there is significant debate surrounding ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-06-11-floyd-shivambu-excluded-from-mk-partys-parliamentary-list-for-now/
JUSTICE MALALA | Whoever manages to consolidate SA’s disparate political parties will win in 2029
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/opinion-and-analysis/2025-06-09-justice-malala-whoever-manages-to-consolidate-sas-disparate-political-parties-will-win-in-2029/
Paid articlePaywallPOLL | Is Floyd Shivambu a victim of tribalistic machinations in MK Party?: Floyd Shivambu was removed as secretary-general after a trip to Malawi.
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Shivambu removed as MK Party secretary-general, deployed to Parliament: Floyd Shivambu has been removed from his position as the MK Party secretary-general for ...
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Paid articlePaywallKey FactsShivambu Removed for Breaching Party Constitution
Jun 3, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Floyd Shivambu was dismissed as secretary-general of the Umkhonto Wesizwe Party following an unauthorized foreign visit.
- His trip to Malawi to see fugitive pastor Shepherd Bushiri violated Section 3(j) of the party's constitution.
- The decision was made during a meeting led by President Jacob Zuma on June 2, 2025.
- Shivambu was reassigned to the National Assembly to strengthen the party’s parliamentary caucus.
It was reaffirmed that the trip was not an officially sanctioned programme of the organisation or the president, which therefore goes against the constitution of the party.— Nathi Nhleko, the party's national organiser, during a press briefing in Durban.
MKP leaders celebrate as ‘arrogant’ Shivambu to assume backbenches of parliament: Party led by former president Jacob Zuma axes Floyd Shivambu as ...
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Paid articlePaywall Letter to Mahlamba Ndlopfu: How the flighty have fallen as Shivambu slinks off for a duck
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EWN Jun 04 25
MK Party moves on from Shivambu's removal as secretary-general: Floyd Shivhambu becomes the latest official to be thrown out of the post and while the party is ...
ewn.co.za/2025/06/04/mk-party-moves-on-from-shivambus-removal-as-secretary-general
Floyd Shivambu uses Africa Day message to take aim at Ramaphosa following White House meeting
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Key FactsShivambu Blasts Ramaphosa After White House Visit
May 26, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
- Floyd Shivambu condemned Ramaphosa’s meeting with Donald Trump as embarrassing and accused him of pleading for assistance against crime.
- Tensions between South Africa and the US intensified due to disputes over land reform and cuts to HIV/AIDS funding.
- Shivambu criticized the inclusion of figures like Ernie Els and called Ramaphosa a puppet of neocolonial and apartheid interests.
- He urged revitalizing the Umkhonto weSizwe party as the sole dependable vehicle for black South Africans’ complete liberation.
President Ramaphosa is nothing but a puppet of neocolonial and apartheid forces. The ANC is captured.— Floyd Shivambu during Africa Day celebrations, criticizing President Cyril Ramaphosa.
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