Sibonelo Nomvalo, secretary-general of the MK Party, was removed from his position days before the party’s election, according to a statement released on Thursday evening. The decision followed concerns about the party’s internal operations, councillor selection, and rising factional tensions.
The party announced the leadership shake-up through an official statement, marking another instance of rapid turnover in the role. Nomvalo’s removal comes amid growing internal discord, with reports of deepening divisions within the party’s leadership.
President Jacob Zuma issued a directive to restore parliamentary whips, instructing that previous arrangements be reinstated. In a letter dated October 22, Zuma ordered parliamentary leader John Hlophe to revert to the prior setup following Nomvalo’s removal.
The timing of the decision, just days before the party’s election, has raised questions about the stability of its leadership structure. The move is seen as part of a broader effort to reorganize and consolidate power within the party.
This is not the first leadership change in the MK Party, which has experienced frequent shifts in key positions since its establishment. The party’s internal struggles have been a recurring theme, with factional tensions often leading to personnel changes.
The removal of Nomvalo highlights the ongoing challenges facing the MK Party as it prepares for its election. The situation underscores the fragility of its leadership and the potential impact of internal divisions on its political standing.
