Durban — Floyd Shivambu is no longer the Secretary-General of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, following a significant leadership reshuffle confirmed by party leader Jacob Zuma during a press briefing in Durban on Tuesday afternoon.
After days of mounting speculation and reported internal tensions, MK Party National Chairperson Nkosinathi Nhleko announced the decision:
“The national officials have come to a decision to redeploy Floyd Shivambu as Secretary-General and redeploy him to the National Assembly.”
The move comes amid broader restructuring efforts within the MK Party’s senior leadership. Zuma, speaking after the announcement, reaffirmed the party’s commitment to organisational stability and strategic deployment of talent in both party structures and legislative spaces.
Leadership Changes and Internal Friction
While the official statement framed the move as a redeployment, insiders suggest ongoing internal disagreements and strategic divergences may have played a role in Shivambu’s removal from the powerful secretary-general position. The decision is the latest sign of growing factional dynamics within the MK Party, especially following its increasing visibility under Zuma’s leadership.
What’s Next for Shivambu?
Shivambu’s redeployment to the National Assembly ensures that he remains a central figure in the party’s parliamentary presence, though it marks a notable shift from his influential position within the party’s national executive.
As the MK Party continues to assert its presence on the national political stage, the leadership shuffle will likely fuel ongoing debates around power consolidation, Zuma’s influence, and the party’s strategic direction ahead of key legislative battles.
