EFF Takes Finance Minister Enock Godongwana to Court for Fuel Levy Increase Without Money Bill

The EFF has followed up on its previous threat to challenge the fuel levy increase in court by filing papers with the Western Cape High Court. In the urgent papers, the red party is challenging the announcement by the Minister of Finance, Enock Godongwana, on May 21, that the country’s fuel levy would be increased… Continue reading EFF Takes Finance Minister Enock Godongwana to Court for Fuel Levy Increase Without Money Bill

Polokwane By-Election: ANC Peter Mokaba’s Call for Unity Set to Be Tested at Malema’s Ward

Fresh from the chaotic regional elective conference that exposed deep-rooted factional battles within the party, the Limpopo ANC Peter Mokaba’s call for unity will come to the test as it is set for a fierce battle with the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in the Polokwane Ward 13 by-elections. Polokwane Ward 13 is where the EFF… Continue reading Polokwane By-Election: ANC Peter Mokaba’s Call for Unity Set to Be Tested at Malema’s Ward

EFF and AZAPO say Ramaphosa’s Visit to Oval Office was Meant to Appease Trump Administration and Sacrifice SA’s Sovereignty

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and Azanian People’s Organisation (AZAPO) said president Cyril Ramaphosa’s visit to the U.S was to sacrifice South African sovereignty and appease the Trump administration. In separate media statements released on Thursday, May 22, both parties accuse Ramaphosa and his delegation of allowing Trump to steer the discussions about his claims… Continue reading EFF and AZAPO say Ramaphosa’s Visit to Oval Office was Meant to Appease Trump Administration and Sacrifice SA’s Sovereignty

Lepelle-Nkumpi Mayor whisked Away after Rowdy Crowd Pelted her Car with Stones during IDP Presentation

Mayor of Lepelle-Nkumpi municipality in Limpopo, Merriam Molala was whisked away by the private security from angry community members during the intergrated development plan (IDP) budget presentation at Lebowakgomo community civic hall. Molala arrived two hours late to the meeting that was scheduled for 14h00 and found too many empty chairs in the hall, while… Continue reading Lepelle-Nkumpi Mayor whisked Away after Rowdy Crowd Pelted her Car with Stones during IDP Presentation

SIU Probes Seven Dodgy Tenders Awarded by Mbombela Municipality

CRACKING WHIP: SIU boss Adv. Andy Mothibi's unit says it has been forced to seek a search and seizure warrant after JB Marks Municipality officials failed to hand over requested documents.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to probe allegations of maladministration, irregular expenditure, and corruption in connection with several tenders awarded by the Mbombela Municipality in Mpumalanga. The unit is set to investigate seven tenders, which include legal services, engineering projects, low-cost housing under the RDP, water infrastructure, and energy efficiency… Continue reading SIU Probes Seven Dodgy Tenders Awarded by Mbombela Municipality

EFF Appoints Provincial Secretary and Deputy Provincial Secretary for Western Cape Province

EFF President Julius Malema during the party 4th anniversary at Couries Fontain stadium in Durban. 29/07/2017

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) is boosting its political fire power in the Western Cape by appointing fresh provincial leaders. This is after the party’s national leadership appointed Thozama Lithakong as the new provincial secretary and Ntsikelelo Tyandela as the deputy provincial secretary in the province, considered the DA’s stomping ground. The appointments were communicated… Continue reading EFF Appoints Provincial Secretary and Deputy Provincial Secretary for Western Cape Province

Zuma Knew Exactly What He Was Doing When He Brought Floyd Shivambu into the MKP

When President Jacob Zuma brought former EFF Deputy President Floyd Shivambu into the MK Party in August 2024, it wasn’t a gamble — it was a calculated masterstroke. This wasn’t just about gaining a high-profile figure. It was about strengthening the movement with someone who understands the language of power, policy, and planning. His ability… Continue reading Zuma Knew Exactly What He Was Doing When He Brought Floyd Shivambu into the MKP

IFP Poaches EFF, ATM and DA Members ahead of 2026 Local Government Elections

NEW MEMBERS: Some of the former EFF leaders that have joined the IFP were unveiled in Durban by IFP provincial chairperson and premier Thami Ntuli. Photo: Sihle Mavuso/African Times

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has unveiled top regional leaders it has poached from the EFF, African Transformation Movement and the DA. The unveiling of the members took place in Durban today, 28 March 2025 and it was presided over by Thami Ntuli, the chairperson of the IFP in KwaZulu-Natal. Ntuli is also the Premier… Continue reading IFP Poaches EFF, ATM and DA Members ahead of 2026 Local Government Elections

Corruption Tainted EFF Deputy Mayor of Nongoma Municipality Resigns After Party’s Pressure

The corruption tainted Deputy Mayor of Nongoma Local Municipality in northern KwaZulu-Natal has resigned from his position after weeks of digging in his heels. Sabelo Nkosi resigned this week after he was instructed by his party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) to vacate both his seat as a PR (Proportional Represantative) councillor and Deputy Mayor.… Continue reading Corruption Tainted EFF Deputy Mayor of Nongoma Municipality Resigns After Party’s Pressure

EFF Marches to Umkhanyakude Municipality Over Water Crisis, Demands Tabling of Buried Forensic Report

WATER PROTEST: The EFF wants the water woes in Umkhanyakude District Municipality to come to an end. Photo: EFF KZN

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has marched to the ANC-run Umkhanyakude District Municipality in northern KwaZulu-Natal to demand that the decades-long water crisis be resolved. The red berets also demanded that the municipality should table a buried forensic report about a water scheme where R130 million was allegedly spent, but the work was not completed.… Continue reading EFF Marches to Umkhanyakude Municipality Over Water Crisis, Demands Tabling of Buried Forensic Report

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