Political Analyst Predicts Mass Exodus of EFF Members Following Shivambu’s Departure

• A political analyst said more members will follow former Economic Freedom Fighters deputy president Floyd Shivambu's exit
• Kenneth Mokgatlhe said that mass resignation will be expected a few days after Busi Mkhwebane left the party
• Professor Zwelinzima Ndevu, the director of Stellenbosch University's School of Public Governance, shared his opinion with Briefly News
• EFF supporters defended the party's seemingly uncertain future and called the analyst out

Tebogo Mokwena, a Briefly News current affairs journalist in Johannesburg, South Africa, has covered policy changes, the State of the Nation Address, politician-related news and elections at Daily Sun and Vutivi Business News for over seven years.

JOHANNESBURG—Political analyst Kenneth Mokgatlhe noted that more members of the Economic Freedom Fighters are expected to leave the party after former deputy president Floyd Shivambu left.

More EFF members to leave?

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According to SABC News, Mokgatlhe said the resignation of two top members of the EFF this past week was not surprising. Busi Mkhwebane left the party and announced her resignation on a podcast, while Fana Mokoena resigned from his duties as an EFF MP.

Mokgatlhe said that many party members are unhappy over the alleged incredible dishonesty and members' inability to raise their opinions. He noted that EFF leader Julius Malema has a monopoly on views. Members were particularly concerned that the party's stance on immigration may have cost them votes during the 2024 general elections.

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Professor Zwelinzima Ndevu, the director of Stellenbosch University's School of Public Governance, shared his thoughts with Briefly News.

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"EFF is wounded with Floyd leaving the party, the wound will take time to heal if it will ever heal, Malema is clearly still hurting. EFF would like to be part of the agenda to contribute meaningfully to the country's development and the progressive caucus presents that opportunity."

EFF supporters fume

Netizens, particularly EFF supporters on Facebook, dismissed Mokgatlhe's analysis.

Gamelihle Gama said:

"I think this is the right direction. This is happening before the National Assembly. They must leave. The EFF is full of scholars, and 88% of those who will be graduating this year are EFF members."

Kopano Tmt Hlongoane said:

"There are more than 20 political parties in South Africa, but everyone is focused on Julius and the EFF. This organisation is very special."

Ronald Ronny said:

"Those who quit never contributed positively. Their departure is not even felt."

Given Sosnethemba sibiya said:

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DearSam Maluleka said:

"Even if Malema leaves, I will still be EFF."

Julius Malema to purge EFF of Shivambu's influence

In a related article, Briefly News reported that Malema promised to remove all traces of Shivambu from the party.

He delivered an emotionally-charged speech during an EFF forum meeting and said those who aligned themselves with Shivambu would also be shown the door.

Source: Briefly News