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ANC’s Mbalula Stresses Political Rivalry, Not Enmity, with EFF Amid Coalition Dynamics

May 2, 2025
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ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula has clarified that the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) are not enemies of the African National Congress (ANC) but political opponents. Speaking at a recent media briefing, Mbalula urged for measured engagement between the two parties, despite historical tensions.

“What is the beef with the ANC?” Mbalula asked. “We don’t have beef with the EFF. We are not at war with them. We understand them perfectly as an opposition.” He emphasized that the EFF should not be perceived as a threat but as a legitimate participant in South Africa’s democratic process.

Mbalula’s remarks come amid shifting coalition dynamics that have redefined the country’s political landscape. He reflected on past instances where the EFF aligned with the Democratic Alliance (DA), contributing to the ANC’s loss of control in key municipalities. According to Mbalula, these maneuvers were deliberate, underscoring the DA’s determined pursuit of power.

“We have been promised that John Steenhuisen will become the president of the country, that is possible, you must not think that it is empty rhetoric they did it, right from the inception when we lost power the EFF voted with @Our_DA but the leader today is a great revolutionary… pic.twitter.com/2liriBqllN

— News Live SA (@newslivesa) April 30, 2025

“We have been promised that John Steenhuisen will become the president of the country. That is possible. You must not think it is empty rhetoric,” Mbalula cautioned. “They did it, right from the start when we lost power in metros. The EFF voted with the DA.”

Despite these tensions, Mbalula acknowledged EFF leader Julius Malema’s political stature, describing him as “a great revolutionary” and an ally of Burkina Faso’s leader, Ibrahim Traoré. He recognized Malema’s ideological fervor and commitment to change, even as their parties remain on opposing sides.

Mbalula’s comments underscore the intricate relationship between the ANC, EFF, and DA. While warning against the DA’s ambitions, he extended an olive branch to the EFF, framing political competition as a necessary—but not hostile—aspect of democracy.

As coalition negotiations continue, Mbalula’s conciliatory tone suggests the ANC remains open to collaboration, provided governance remains centered on national interests. His message reinforces that political opposition should not equate to enmity, and that preserving democratic discourse requires both vigilance and mutual respect.

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