Floyd Shivambu said he won't appeal MK Party expulsion

Floyd Shivambu said he fully accepts uMkhonto weSizwe Party's (MK Party) move to terminate his membership of the organisation, adding that he holds no grudges against any leader or member of the MK Party.

In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Shivambu said his acceptance of the expulsion is  "unequivocal and final".

"I will not appeal the decision, as I respect the processes and structures of the organisation that I once served as National Organiser and Secretary General. Over the past 10 months in leadership within the MK Party, I have had the privilege of working alongside dedicated comrades and leading committed members in our shared pursuit of economic emancipation and social justice for the people of South Africa," he stated. 

He thanked members and leaders and wished all the best for the organisation. He added that the roles he was entrusted with have strengthened his leadership focus and determination.

"They have reinforced my commitment to principled politics, ethical governance, and the relentless fight against inequality, corruption, and underdevelopment. These experiences have not diminished my resolve but have honed it, preparing me for future endeavours in service to our nation. This termination of membership will now afford me ample and unmitigated time and space to pay full attention to the Mayibuye Consultation Process and Afrika Mayibuye Movement."

The statement follows the MK Party's confirmation of Shivambu's expulsion, which was attributed to serious violations of party trust and ideological misalignment.

MK Party Chairperson Nathi Nhleko addressed the matter during a press briefing held on Friday in Sandton, stating, “The leadership of the MK Party has noted several statements and utterances by the former secretary-general, who was recently removed from his position. As a result, a decision was taken to summarily terminate his membership, and a formal letter of expulsion was sent to him on July 15, 2025.”

In light of this change, Jacob Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has appointed Dr Bongani Mncwango, a former executive at insurance giant Sanlam, as its new secretary-general, effectively replacing Shivambu. Additionally, the party has named Nomsa Dlamini as the new deputy secretary-general, following the recent departure of Nombuso Mkhize.

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