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Church Leaders Accuse MKP of Betrayal After 2024 Election Support

January 8, 2025
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Church leaders who actively backed the Umkhonto we Sizwe Party (MKP) and its president, Jacob Zuma, during the 2024 general elections are now expressing deep disappointment, alleging that they have been sidelined by the party since its electoral victory.

The clergymen claim they played a pivotal role in mobilizing grassroots support for the MKP, leveraging their influence within communities to amplify Zuma’s message. However, they say the party has abandoned them, leaving promises unfulfilled.

Reverend Sibusiso Khumalo, who campaigned for the MKP, expressed his disillusionment. “We stood on the frontlines for him, urging our congregations to support his vision for a better South Africa. Now we feel betrayed,” Khumalo said.

The church leaders allege that Zuma and the MKP pledged to tackle social issues, alleviate poverty, support church infrastructure, and involve faith-based organizations in governance. Since the election, however, their requests for meetings and collaboration have reportedly been ignored.

Bishop Thando Ndlovu echoed these sentiments, accusing the MKP of exploiting the church for political gain. “We were used to legitimize their campaign. Now that they’ve achieved their goals, they’ve discarded us like tools they no longer need,” he said.

MKP Denies Allegations

The MKP has denied these accusations, dismissing them as baseless. Party spokesperson Lindiwe Mthethwa responded, “The MKP values the contributions of all its supporters, including church leaders. Accusations of being ‘used and dumped’ are unhelpful.”

Mthethwa emphasized that the post-election period has been focused on organizing resources and fulfilling campaign promises. “Transitions require time. We remain committed to working with faith-based organizations to uplift communities. We ask for patience as we build a better future for South Africa,” she said.

Growing Tensions and Potential Ramifications

This rift between the MKP and its faith-based allies has raised concerns about the party’s ability to maintain key relationships. Political analysts warn that alienating religious communities could have significant repercussions for the MKP’s image and future support base.

“Zuma’s charisma was critical in securing grassroots support, and these church leaders amplified his appeal,” said political analyst Xolani Moyo. “Alienating them could damage the MKP’s standing and weaken its ability to mobilize in future elections.”

Moyo added that such disputes could erode trust and complicate the MKP’s efforts to maintain alliances crucial for its political strategy.

Church Leaders Consider Their Next Steps

Frustrated by unfulfilled promises, some church leaders are now contemplating withdrawing their support for the party. “Trust has been broken, and rebuilding it will require more than empty words,” Reverend Khumalo warned.

This fallout underscores the challenges of managing political alliances when campaign promises clash with governance realities. The MKP now faces the task of mending its relationship with faith-based communities—a critical constituency—or risking long-term political fallout.

As both sides navigate this dispute, the broader implications for South Africa’s political landscape and the role of religious institutions in governance continue to evolve.

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