Jacob Zuma Appoints Busisiwe Mkhwebane as Mpumalanga Convener for uMkhonto weSizwe

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Jacob Zuma Appoints Busisiwe Mkhwebane as Mpumalanga Convener for uMkhonto weSizwe
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Former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has been appointed as the convener of Mpumalanga for the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, a significant move aimed at stabilizing the party's presence in the province. This appointment follows internal challenges and aims to bolster the party's leadership ahead of the 2026 local government elections.

uMkhonto weSizwe Party President Jacob Zuma has appointed advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane as the convener of Mpumalanga , representing a dramatic change in the party's provincial robustness.uMkhonto weSizwe Party President Jacob Zuma has appointed advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane as the convener of Mpumalanga , representing a dramatic change in the party's provincial robustness.MKP confirmed that Mkhwebane’s appointment will fill the leadership void in the province.

Former Public Protector Mkhwebane is expected to lead the province with respect, honesty, and dedication. MKP shocked the country in the May 29, 2024 national and provincial elections after securing the third spot and beating the EFF to the fourth place.Following this appointment and due to existing vacancies in Mpumalanga, Zuma has appointed additional members to fill these positions in the provincial detachments, in accordance with the MKP’s constitution and after consulting with party officials.

These nominations were made following extensive discussions with party officials in efforts to fortify the MKP's leadership in the province.that Phadi was fired over allegations of hiring hitmen and misappropriating funds.Mdluli reportedly reported that he had received death threats as well as voice recordings discussing plans to kill him. This led to the police probing the matter.

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