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Rising Tensions: Defections to MK Party Expose Deepening Rift Between EFF’s Julius Malema and Floyd Shivambu

November 12, 2024
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  • Internal discord within the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) is escalating, as defections to the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party reveal a potential power struggle between EFF leader Julius Malema and Deputy President Floyd Shivambu.
  • Political analysts warn that the defections, particularly Shivambu’s departure, could destabilize the EFF, casting doubt on the party’s influence and unity ahead of elections.
  • Shivambu’s alliance with former President Jacob Zuma and the MK Party suggests a new alignment of values, positioning the MK as a rising alternative for disillusioned EFF members.

Political tensions within the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) are reportedly at a breaking point as a series of high-profile defections to the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party raises questions about a possible rift between EFF leader Julius Malema and his former ally, Deputy President Floyd Shivambu. These developments come amidst long-standing speculation of internal friction within the EFF, with recent defections intensifying concerns over the party’s stability.

Sources close to the EFF suggest that Shivambu’s recent resignation may be linked to a prolonged power struggle with Malema, marking a potential turning point for a party that has largely stood united in its opposition to the ANC and DA. Political analyst Professor Prince Mashele points to the defections as a reflection of discontent within the EFF’s ranks. “These defections reflect a growing discontent within the EFF, one that Malema can no longer ignore,” Mashele noted. “If Shivambu aligns fully with the MK Party, it could erode the EFF’s foundation.”

Shivambu’s move to the MK Party, led by former President Jacob Zuma, has sparked speculations that the MK offers a platform better suited to his political ambitions. Insiders report that Malema has privately voiced frustration over Shivambu’s decision, viewing it as an attempt to destabilize the EFF, particularly during an election year. Shivambu, however, reportedly sees the MK Party as a more fitting vehicle for his ideals, bolstered by his close ties with Zuma, who now heads the party.

The MK Party, widely seen as a revival of the ANC’s former militant wing, has been drawing disillusioned EFF members and positioning itself as an alternative for those seeking a new direction. Shivambu’s experience is expected to strengthen MK’s influence, with party leaders keen to capitalize on his expertise as they prepare for upcoming elections.

The defections are leading political observers to predict that the EFF may face a significant decline in membership if the internal discord continues. For Malema, the focus is now on damage control, as he seeks to rebuild unity within the EFF amid the shifting dynamics of South African politics. However, the widening rift with Shivambu suggests that maintaining internal cohesion may be a difficult challenge, potentially altering the EFF’s trajectory in the near future.

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