PURGE IN THE MKP: Manyi's Axing Sparks Speculation About Shivambu's Future

MKP leaders Jacob Zuma and Floyd Shivambu.

The uMkhonto we Sizwe Party (MKP) has been rocked by the sudden removal of Mzwanele Manyi as Chief Whip, sparking intense speculation about the future of Secretary-General Floyd Shivambu.

Manyi's axing has been attributed to a bitter fallout with Deputy President John Hlophe, following a heated argument over the State of the Nation Address debate.

According to sources, Manyi allegedly duped Hlophe into delivering a speech, claiming it was supplied by former President Jacob Zuma. However, it later emerged that Manyi had allegedly lied, sparking a furious reaction from Hlophe. The confrontation reportedly became so intense that it almost degenerated into a physical fight in front of caucus members.

Manyi's removal has raised questions about Shivambu's own position within the party. Insiders claim that Shivambu's relationship with Zuma and other party leaders has become increasingly strained. With Manyi's axing, some are wondering if Shivambu will be the next to fall.

The MKP is reportedly embroiled in a bitter power struggle, with different factions vying for influence. Manyi's removal may be a sign of things to come, as the party's internal dynamics continue to shift. Shivambu's future hangs in the balance, as he navigates the treacherous waters of MKP politics.

As the dust settles on Manyi's axing, speculation about Shivambu's fate continues to mount. Will he manage to weather the storm, or will he become the next casualty of the MKP's internal power struggles? The party's future hangs in the balance, as it grapples with its internal challenges.