Author: Kgaogelo Magolego

Amid escalating geopolitical tensions, political parties in South Africa, particularly those with socialist leanings, are making fervent calls for the nation to deepen its ties with Russia. Recent conferences held by the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and the South African Communist Party (SACP) have spotlighted what these groups describe as the imperialist aggression of the West, particularly the United States, in regions like Ukraine and the Middle East. Their leaders argue that aligning more closely with Russia may be in the best interest of not only South Africa but also the broader African continent. In his political report, EFF leader…

A buoyant Malema who has been re-elected unopposed to lead the party for a 3rd five year term said his party had demonstrated its capabilities in many ways including through work in coalition governments it was involved in and the very event that renewed his mandate, the 3rd National People’s Assembly, which was a spectacle. “You proved them wrong with this NPA. You organised a flawless event. Everything went smoothly, no delays, no disruption, no chaos. We are the most organised organisation. We are a well oiled machine and that is why they are targeting us. Go out and win…

Julius Malema, the polarising figurehead of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has secured another five-year term in an unopposed re-election during the party’s 3rd National People’s Assembly. The assembly convened under the resonant theme “Defend, Rebuild and Defend,” signalling a critical juncture for the red berets as they seek to consolidate their power amidst recent challenges. Alongside Malema, key senior officials were also re-elected without contest, including Deputy President Godrich Gardee, Secretary General Marshall Dlamini, Deputy Secretary General Leigh-Ann Matheus, National Chairperson Noluthando Nolutshungu, and Omphile Maotwe, who is returning for a second term as Treasurer General. The smooth electoral…

The leadership of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) is navigating turbulent waters as tensions rise between the party and its former spokesperson, Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. With whispers of betrayal echoing in the halls of power, EFF leader Julius Malema has vehemently dismissed any notion that Ndlozi holds sway over the party’s trajectory, insisting that the organisation is ‘bigger than all of them’. The rift comes on the heels of concerns that Ndlozi might follow the example set by former deputy president Floyd Shivambu, who recently defected to the uMkhonto Wesizwe party (MKP), a move that has sent shockwaves rippling through…

As the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) convene for their third elective conference, significant structural changes are on the horizon. With a focus on refining its organisational effectiveness, the party is deliberating the potential scrapping of regional structures and the reconfiguration of its leadership hierarchy, alongside a critical examination of its student command and women’s chapter. In a media briefing on Saturday morning, party leader Julius Malema outlined the ongoing discussions that could shape the future of the EFF. He expressed a growing consensus for the removal of regional structures, which he claimed have not served the party well and have…

In a fervent declaration at the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) conference, leader Julius Malema sent a bold warning to detractors of the party, stating emphatically that the EFF will not allow itself to be dismantled by infiltrators or internal sabotage. The conference, themed “Defend, Rebuild and Advance the Struggle for Economic Freedom,” comes after significant setbacks, including a slight decline in support during the recent May 29 elections. The EFF was overtaken by the MKP, dropping to fourth place among South Africa’s political parties. “We have earned our place and stand on the shoulders of heroes and heroines of our…

The ANC-DA coalition, commonly known as the Government of National Unity (GNU), continues to be widely rejected within the liberation movement five months into its existence. The South African Communist Party’s special conference held in Boksburg, Ekurhuleni has seen speakers, one after the other condemning the arrangement the arrangement for various reasons and calling on the ANC to instead seek partnerships with like minded parties. Mapaila said the GNU was the creation of capital that can never benefit ordinary South Africans. “The DA is the party of the capitalist forces, the spokesperson of the monopoly capital in this country; it…

The African National Congress (ANC) is closely monitoring ongoing inquiries concerning the deaths of two uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK) combatants, Akash Napier and Yusuf Akhalaywa, who were killed in a tragic explosion at Johannesburg’s Park Station in 1989. The investigation has been revitalised after revelations that Nasheen Bolton, Director of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, may have misrepresented his initial testimony, prompting the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to reconsider the case, now under the scrutiny of the HAWKS. In his statement, ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula remarked on the developments during a media briefing in Johannesburg on Friday. He noted the importance of…

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is at the centre of a contentious debate that could redefine its very purpose in South Africa. CEO Collins Letsoalo describes the ongoing tensions with the legal fraternity and various pressure groups as “a battle for the soul of the RAF.” He alleges that these groups, comprised of individuals profiting significantly from the current system, are fighting to thwart efforts aimed at transforming the fund into a more equitable social benefit scheme. According to Letsoalo, this scheme would eliminate the need for road accident victims to resort to litigation for compensation. Letsoalo argues that the…

In a strong affirmation of South Africa’s foreign policy direction, the African National Congress (ANC) Women’s League, represented by Secretary General Nokuthula Nqaba, has urged the nation to maintain its historical partnerships with China, Russia, and other allies rather than ‘sucking up’ to Ukraine. This statement comes at a time when South Africa’s political landscape is fraught with ideological divisions, predominantly between the ANC and the opposition Democratic Alliance (DA).Nqaba’s remarks were made during a period of introspection for the ANC, which is now five months into its tenure as part of the Government of National Unity (GNU). The ANC…