Mixed reactions to Floyd Shivambu's resignation

Political commentator Malaika Mahlatsi and fired EFF KZN chairperson
Vusi Khoza react to #FloydShivambu's resignation.
"This has been a heavy day for South Africa in many ways. I wonder if
people realise the seriousness of this political moment... Shivambu
and Malema's friendship is not just a political relationship, it's a
deep brotherhood with a long history. It is difficult to imagine the
EFF without him." - Mahlatsi
"All of the people [myself included] that left the EFF have always
complained about the lack of democracy within the EFF. I want to agree
that the EFF has reached a point of no return; there is no way it can
recover from this. Shivambu was a think-tank of the party; he was
responsible for the government unit of the EFF. - Khoza
Tune into Newzroom Afrika DStv channel 405 for more.

[@SethJordan-cc1xj]

Malaika, brilliant!!! as always, my girl never disappoints insightful analysis

[@buangnkhumise5865]

Malaika is on point, clear unbiased analysis.

[@mranonymous9448]

This is a planned agreed move between the 2 parties. The expelled 18 from MKP was to make space for more that are going to leave EFF for MKP. Eventually the 2 parties will merge, ZANU-PF style. This is to save the 2 parties that were collapsing fast. MKP needs the likes of Floyd to build head quarters, branches, intelligent debates in parliament, portfolio committees etc. EFF needs votes that went to MKP, especially in KZN. MKP also needs a national presence through EFF. So this a planned marriage of convenience in disguise.

[@sifisodube4686]

You lack information big time go to school , learn you dumb big time. You lazy to think get information

[@Lifejourneyafter3928]

Best comment of the day

[@thapelozweli3311]

My brother, politics are not like sports wherein you can loan members to other parties.

[@user-1gugu6325]

Could be, then again why not just come out and merge?

[@janinecaramanus1392]

I agree this is a chess move

[@jennyhirschowitz1999]

Brilliant analysis sister & brother…… both of you….. this was an inevitable progression….. indeed, the revolution must continue…. Their comradeship shall remain. Jenny.

[@user-gz9gs9yq1h]

Wow this lady is brilliant, analysis without fear or favour.

[@MissMadelineMM94]

Shoutout to Dr Ramani! Malaika is on point.

[@tmi530]

Malaika is an excellent analyst❤

[@ziyandamaphini4722]

I love this Malaika, Political Analyst.

[@mgibn07]

Malaika Mahlatsi is a wonderful analyst. Insightful analysis 👏

[@liso6998]

Wasn't she a EFF member?

[@mgibn07]

@@liso6998 I don't care. She's very good at what she does.

[@khathurandela737]

She is a PR consultant

[@katsuccess4014]

​@@mgibn07 True

[@abdulazeez7202]

All this analysis is nothing be patient you will see what will happen later Julius and Floyd are very very wise and they are brilliant and brothers for life you guys can think whatever you want but it’s all planned

[@zamopower2970]

Pure and phenomenal analysis from Malaika👌🥰

[@nthatomalope]

Malaika is impressive. Well said!

[@yabandayashisaalliances7043]

The is no crack.....these people know what they are doing....both EFF and MK

[@sifisodube4686]

You’ve lost your mind big time politics it’s a dirty game , the are no permanent friends in politics that’s all read , get education

[@leandreiziduha6976]

@@yabandayashisaalliances7043 There is no such EFF is crippled by MK, Mpofu is next to jump ship officially.

[@nellymchunu3620]

That one spends more time with mk leadership of mk than leadership of effso i will not be surprised @@leandreiziduha6976

[@avrilmemela9392]

​​@@sifisodube4686you don't know politics, this is not soccer...prepare for on progressive party next national elections...

[@mthokozisilanga4497]

You are in denial, this is the begining of the end of the EFF and Malema. I see no Malema humbling himself and join the MKP, he is just like Ace and Lekota who chooses to die on their sinking boats.

[@siviwekulu6996]

Good question Xoli on asking about Leaving one dictator to another.

[@user-cb8fd1hy9r]

Ziyakhala gwaza🎉🎉 Mkhonto khula😂❤

[@nomfunekonosilela3895]

Malaika great analysis

[@ayandabomvana1121]

Chess move, in less than 6 months they'll say "checkmate"🤔

[@FezekaLuhabe-ms6ei]

To join mk Shivhambo has messed with his life up shame because mk is gonna vanquish very. He is under zuma spell shame may God deliver him.

[@VuyaniPhindani]

😭😭😭😭

[@GlenroseMakgorogo]

Floyd wants a shield to protect him from VBS

[@pauldanster1239]

Vusi is talk from a point of hate , he's still angry .

[@user-et9oy1tf9e]

😂

[@mthokozisilanga4497]

Why does the truth hurt? There is no hate, facts are facts. I said it 7yrs ago that the EFF must remove Malema from the presidency, if they want to see the it becoming a ruling party.

[@khanyisondende]

Lol we all know he hates EFF......😂especially Juju.....my president. 😊

[@MarleneReddy]

​@@khanyisondende Say it like JUJU .... it's RACIST 😂😂😂 it's White Monopoly capital to 😂😂 it's Cyril.... Floyd chose to leave ...one day is 1 day🎉🎉

[@khanyisondende]

@MarleneReddy lol wait 😂......what am I saying?.....what's racist or who's racist? Floyd left, he's not EFF.......what am I missing here? 😂

[@janomesteve3129]

The fact that a co founder leaves the thing he did start speaks volume

[@truth-Hurts375]

But you don't care sleeping with the Corrupt ANC now ????

[@brianlehutso416]

Im still not convinced by MKP, already fighting.

[@phumlamazibuko3003]

Hlala lapho who cares if you don't 😂😂😂

[@nkosinathizondo4375]

Unite muntu omnyama unite I'm loving this

[@NondoKadzi]

How i love Malaika Mahlatsi ❤. Thus EFF thing feels like a serious heartbreak

[@sifisodube4686]

Malema saying floyed can come back if he wishes were is the democracy in eff

[@nellymchunu3620]

You could see cic was heartbroken i doubt if he understood what he was saying

[@cliffntimba-ml9ux]

Policy deviations happens everywhere, do not be fooled by what the lady just said😂

[@tsekomofokeng182]

MK recalled members of Parliament. Shivambo is looking up there. Zuma and Hlophe will leave soon. Recalled members of Parliament are not going to keep quiet. They will make noise through court.

[@mfundimkhize3137]

Cry more, won’t happen!

[@jabulaniradebe2995]

They must try

[@luthandonontshakaza2071]

They Wil never go to court bcoz they all still interim

[@valbruyns7947]

I think it is a good thing maybe thre will be less chaos in Parliament

[@JabulaniMathuthu]

Which chaos? U want everyone to gv in to stupid wmc

[@janheron9994]

Lady do not disrespect black people, you are speaking from a privileged point of view learn politics understand how white elites are looting this country and using the me to make it look like it's is our black leaders fault, if you care about this country leave your arrogance and ignorance and seek the real truth

[@itanetherevivalistrevivali8419]

Unfortunately you did not listen to the letter

[@gatshenindlovu8224]

What matters is we need ANC and it big brother DA out of power in the next elections.

[@jaymakua8169]

What are you talking about there was never chaos from EFF they have been robust all the way unfortunately the corrupt presiding officers caused chaos and manhandling honorable members of parliament

[@febridgelebea]

The most informative and impartial political commentary of the day

[@AlbertCloete]

I'm surprised and impressed by the honestly and levelheadedness of this conversation.

[@nontembekofesi7482]

Here for Malaika ❤❤❤❤

[@beefcake582]

How can you be a life deputy president. 😂😂 Maybe we will know who chewed VBS money

[@user-et9oy1tf9e]

Zuma and shivambu

[@phumlamazibuko3003]

​@@user-et9oy1tf9eyour father😂

[@phumlamazibuko3003]

​@@user-et9oy1tf9eZamani Gecwa too😂

[@paulisidore6639]

​Very strange indeed.

[@mphomofokeng1837]

Well said Malaika. You know your story and agree with everything you have said. My advice to Malema is to do a honest self reflection very soon and adpot democratic principles within EFF before losing many people. The December conference must be used to self correct.

[@littleL-p6r]

I feel sad for Julius 😢. They were like brothers

[@SharonKeune-zo1zi]

First time I have not heard Julius shouting about whites and insulting everyone. He seemed respectful and subdued. Shame

[@saamstaan6540]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 pathetic

[@siyandacele9880]

Guys learn. EFF will be adopted to MK. People don't want the name asANC

[@Cper2000]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@julietkaunda9600]

Eish it's so sad.He even likened the pain to that of the passing of her mother

[@unathimichaelmxaku8105]

Julius is a dictator they call him little Adolf

[@siyandacele9880]

Julius said things he was no advised to say. Like VBS outcome

[@Karmaknowseveryadress]

Yes😂 u nail it😅

[@AndriesPhakane]

Who are they. Or you are speaking of yourself and family 🤔😏👀😳😜😂🤣

[@unathimichaelmxaku8105]

@@AndriesPhakane Other dictators like him

[@davidmotlaloe5628]

They both left anc because of zuma style of leadership during his presidency. They both fought state capture. They both pushed to ensure that zuma was removed from power. Now today he joined zuma to lead him into a revolution. The question is what revolution is zuma going to lead. If for 9 full years Zuma abdicated his responsibility to Guptas, what is it that he can still offer for this country? What is it that mk stands for? I am asking logic in Floyeds’ decision.

[@thabomonyamane3596]

IN LIFE DON'T TELL YOUR SELF U GOT THE BEST FRIEND NEVER 😂

[@julietkaunda9600]

Hmmm imagine such backstabbing.

[@BLewanika]

Relax😅

[@tumeloolifant-jv7ir]

Malaika is on point

[@IsaacBooi-j6g]

🎉Honest and Frank analytic comment on th subject fromMalaika.

[@phillipmwanza6992]

Am learning alot from SA politics, though I must admit this is painful for the people organization EFF. Wishing well Floyd in his new move. 🇿🇲

[@GeorgeMolale]

Everyone is still astonished 😢by the suddenly retirement or Floyd from eff , highly surprised 😮.

[@saamstaan6540]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 party is pathetic now

[@EmmanuleGoldstone]

An incompetent populist....We want GNU noy your nonsense Panyaza...Serve the poor NOT YOUR pockets.. ENOUGH

[@dumisanesibeko1604]

Panyaza is not taking nonsense from DA and you label him now, he has amapanyaza people hired after him and cyril has done nothing to adress unempolyement let alone DA will not do anything cox the like inequality look at western cape

[@nomalungelongcete5875]

​@@dumisanesibeko1604 His surname Goldstone tells a lot He is not OK upstairs

[@tsekomofokeng182]

He has been badly brought

[@GlenroseMakgorogo]

Panyaza is a populist

[@Siyandaskhakhane-i2s]

Malaika brilliantly refused to be driven by an Agent Xoli into discrediting the MK Party 😅😅😂😂

[@philanithabethe8343]

Malaika I love you

[@Charles-d3e]

in politics,there are no permanent enemies, no permanent friends

[@lungakazitonisi6663]

How dd you know are you a politician?

[@Charles-d3e]

@@lungakazitonisi6663 yes I am; and Flloyd has proved it

[@nazgamiet9956]

DESPITE the sad news😔🤔😪 , it is encouraging to see that our leaders can still be civil. Floyd is leaving the EFF but not leaving the cause for economic freedom. I wish him well. ALUTA CONTINUA!! FREE PALESTINE

[@AndriesPhakane]

This on its own is a clear indicator that the mighty EFF is The leader of society. The departure of DP. Has shaken the whole country. But the mighty EFF will live beyond this.

[@sakabula2357]

Floyd knows he will forever be DP as long as Juju is around..on the other hand..Zuma is a old man

[@user-et9oy1tf9e]

Zuma is old Hlophe is old,Zuma cooking for his Daughter Duduzile Zuma to come as a President.

[@phumlamazibuko3003]

​@@user-et9oy1tf9emyopic 😂

[@phumlamazibuko3003]

​@@user-et9oy1tf9edelusional

[@RodneyErnstzen]

Zuma is setting up his family to loot more ...scumbag nothing us .

[@mkhululinxumalo2713]

He will never rule Zulus..no matter how powerful he is.

[@JabulaniMathuthu]

Xoli is feeling chest pains now. The way he hates Zuma

[@RodneyErnstzen]

Zuma deserves to be hated he robbed the nation and destroyed the country ..he should be jailed for he is prime evil .Now he starts a new party not for the people but for his family so they can loot more billions like he did ...the devil in disguise ...

[@saintradebe4042]

This is what happens when you rule by an iron fist. There comes a time when you have to take a tough step

[@mbongenidlamba7839]

Yes Malaika because Floyd took decision knowing exactly the policy of EFF in relation with the resignation of a member.

[@paulisidore6639]

It's personality clashes over the direction which the eff should take and the management of the VBS saga.

[@ogodisengselokela8571]

It's simple. Shivambu has been the EFF's top striker for many years. Kaizer Chiefs need a striker, they've Signed Floyd who willnwear the nunber 9. The MK thing is just a publicity stunt to keep the news of the transfer a secret. Great Job To Nasredine Nabi! 🙌🏽🔥

[@africatshipembe9623]

My thoughts, MK thing is just to confuse us. Big money has bought Floyd

[@paulisidore6639]

Nothing is permanent in this world, even political parties are not permanent one day all of them will be history.

[@nicholasdusubana5286]

SOooo True Malaika and you are good my Sister and MK is here to grow💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

[@sifisodube4686]

Xholi mngambi his useless he ask obvious questions poorer jeournalism

[@technews6660]

i always thought that i was the only one who thinks he doesnt belong at NewzRoomAfrika

[@mthokozisilanga4497]

Malema is a narcisist, he is so used into having ultimate control. The EFF is gone, there is no more coming back.

[@mikatekontlemo7058]

My Fear is MK, eff has structure and intellectual infrastructure and President Zuma is old😭😭😭😭

[@GlenroseMakgorogo]

Don't forget that Zuma too, loves ultimate control

[@raulsekwati885]

From YCL and youth league Floyd has a history of being a thinker and intellectual, so we're not just thinking that there's a rationale behind that conventional wisdom, Julius doesn't have that track record

[@BernicePitso-s4z]

Lets fools run around talk all type of nonsense EFF is our last hope African children

[@julietkaunda9600]

Amen leadership!

[@mosimanemothusi8312]

Great Analysis Malaika Mahlatsi...insightful! Keep it that way...Thanks Xoli Mgambi...please ignore some naive views that say you ask obvious questions...they know nothing about JOURNALISM...Those soft questions are important in Journalism...Keep it up Xoli

[@Lyetnng011]

Vbs, now its your turn to payback the money

[@mbongenidlamba7839]

So Malema's statement there was proving his monopoly leadership and speaking without proper thinking sometimes.

[@Blue_Rise]

Haiboo you jus commented without thinking😂

[@kfutuahnkain86]

The MKP also is the worst in terms of democracy.

[@gatshenindlovu8224]

ANC and DA are the worst in terms of democracy.

[@avrilmemela9392]

Name one successful organization that is built out of democratic centralism... In a company you are not equal to the CEO....

[@phumlamazibuko3003]

Silly comment

[@MamaMama-kq1fx]

This life goes around the was laughing at DA now is their tune and also EFF was laughing at ANC today ANC is laughing at EFF 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@sakabula2357]

Meanwhile us citizens cries when going to the shops

[@tsekomofokeng182]

You made me laugh

[@josephkmasiza4767]

Our leader didn't dump eff, he's looking for the head of the snake. Mk is a military party, eff is a different fight. Adawise, our leader Julius will be our leader for life. He's growing stronger and stronger, salute banabeso.

[@charliecane3621]

Lol. Sure boet

[@provebs]

The leader did dump Eff, your comments is full of an excuse and you're lying to yourself

[@MarleneReddy]

He didn't dump eff. He just said bye bye 😂😂 Baba is Calling

[@GlenroseMakgorogo]

@@provebs Floyd is tired of being 2nd best

[@tinashemashizha8973]

Wow, this lady is brilliant. Deep deep analysis from her wow

[@simonmlonyeni2263]

The citadel of corruption and reaction has scored a coup. Nkandla is an ideal place for this Comrade.

[@justicemzuvukile4499]

Fylod is tired of wearing working jump suits. 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@homeofserenityandscenery1312]

MK stands for the black masses of this country. You guys represent the captured middle class that represent the oppressors.

[@user-et9oy1tf9e]

Nonsense statement.

[@venge5665]

@@user-et9oy1tf9eas usual, why are these people everywhere?

[@sasha8664]

You mean Tribalists and Zuma patronage recipients..Fokof.

[@GlenroseMakgorogo]

MK is 4 zulus

[@ivangrobbelaar6722]

some will go back to ANC

[@JB-de6sr]

Noooo

[@phumlamazibuko3003]

usuyabhula udle imbumba😂😂😂

[@smangeledudumkhwanazi]

We can talk till sunset but the choice is theirs.

[@jack69457]

Bad move by Shivhambu after Zuma the MKP will die.

[@Veefitness8585]

Politics aside, I am worried about the Brotherhood and the Loyalty they have shown each other over the years. Dear South Africans, we need each other, I hope they not giving up on each other, as scary as the Political rumors are off EFF possibly has a strategy with MK, rather that be true regardless of my fears. I would rather accept a strategic move together than a separation of the two.....Malaika, amazing analysis and inside as always.

[@LazarosSumbane]

Too heavy for South African and the South Africa it self 😢😢😢😢😢.

[@gontselekgetho256]

When he said "absolutely"

[@Salt_Pepper325]

I noticed something about this briefing, those on the right with Malema are wearing red, and those on the left are wearing black. Does it mean that Floyd is leaving with the ones wearing black? Mmmm

[@jonesbotete7432]

Shivambu realized the dying of EFF hence it is dictated by one individual, people even members are tired !

[@leandreiziduha6976]

Zuma got his revenge on Malema mindless the cup of tea they had in Nkandla. Chivambu will be Zuma's next victim after MK is in a good political alignment.

[@dumisanesibeko1604]

Zumas politics need to be studied , hes in another league only speculations about him

[@gatshenindlovu8224]

It is Shivambu not Chivambu...Shi...

[@onismaschauke59]

Is shivambu not chivambu wena mkhondo wambolo

[@nellymchunu3620]

So true track records speak volumes

[@user-cb8fd1hy9r]

Ulele😂

[@BernicePitso-s4z]

Well said malaika

[@NaipendaAfrika]

EFF is the youth league of MK. None is going to die

[@ayandasandile8549]

I've never had such an offline statement....why would you even say that my brother?

[@cheznone9296]

Only whites………

[@LesediKetso]

I see no problem with Malema saying he is willing to bend the rules for Flyod. He owns the EFF him and Flyod created EFF.

[@DigsWigs2022]

That's the problem Malaika is raising

[@harveyfuqua6633]

I am personally anti-EFF but something inside of me feels sad for this came to pass. If Floyd can handle that spoilt brat Duduzile Zuma then half his job is done.

[@maborengoatje]

Very emotional

[@TshegoLebepe]

Malaika you are probably the only analyst who is closest in giving analysis on this Floyd Julius matter.

[@tearyb]

VBS was the nail in the coffin, Gucci, penthouses and expensive champagne using poor gogos savings.

[@josiahmanganyi6917]

EFF and MK are both going to loose supporters!

[@gasman9917]

People be overstating Floyd's influence

[@nhlanhlacele5635]

Eish it very painful for EFF but people want to work not pushing and bullying

[@phumudzosolomon3238]

How can u call someone that was fired to come and analyse

[@johnnymohane4494]

I don't see anything serious about Floyd decision to leave EFF and nothing to be concerned of. Their friendship and unity did not contribute anything SA but led many youths starting to disrespect everyone as a result of imitating these ill-discipline characters. Maybe he may start to grow maturity but the question is where he is going will he make a different because the same organization he is joining is full of controversies.

[@zumane2012]

Here for Malaika Mahlatsi❤

[@Kanu---004]

Good one Mahlatsi

[@kennethmatsenene1167]

Did this guy join the interview from the bathroom 😂

[@Tebatso6333]

Looks like it😂😂, maybe he was doing number 2

[@janinecaramanus1392]

😂

[@mikebero9990]

I was thinking the same thing bro

[@WarrenDovey]

Prob good acoustics

[@soulmeditationevents9618]

Ko toilet 😂😂😂interview ya masepa😂

[@patienceikombele9161]

Malaika🔥🔥🔥🔥 great mind. You nailed it Sis wam

[@tshepondlovu4290]

Malaika, wow 👌

[@togu8490]

Dr Malaika spot on.Floyd has a critical role to play in policy formation and room for growth freely.Zuma and Judge Hlope are pensioners already and Floyd will be a future leader there

[@GlenroseMakgorogo]

Zulus won't allow him to lead

[@scalomoss1622]

Look at Xoli's smile 😂😂 This guy is so funny

[@zulu9357]

Viva Zuma ❤

[@mzothulemsezane2703]

Ayisuka,I am very disappointed on this guy call Xoli ,asking very useless question always sound so negative question about MKP.

[@philanindlovu3739]

Xoli is still eNCA puppet the anti Zuma journalists...

[@paulkunyane4502]

MK Shivhambo is the next President

[@kabelokgedi3868]

The art of war

[@mygicagica6278]

VBS! EFF - pay back the money to the pensioners!

[@brixsonjica5737]

Floyd made big mistake to leave EFF,it will not like Holomisa and Lekota when they left ANC but Malema have to stand and recruit more strong leadership if he wants the EFF last

[@TsietsiMohapi-k3j]

Shibambo is committing a big blunder which in politics is a political suicide.