EFF’s Nthabiseng Tshivhenga Resigns as Ekurhuleni Speaker Amid Fallout with Party Leaders
In a surprise move shaking up local politics, Economic Freedom Fighters councillor Nthabiseng Tshivhenga has stepped down as Speaker of the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality council. The resignation, effective immediately, comes after growing tensions within the EFF, including public clashes with key figures in the party. Tshivhenga, who also quits her role as a councillor, will stay on as an EFF member and move to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. This change highlights ongoing rifts in the EFF’s Gauteng structures, raising questions about unity as the party pushes its agenda in the province.
The development has caught many by surprise, especially with Ekurhuleni facing big challenges like service delivery and economic growth. Residents and political watchers are now keen to see who steps in as Speaker and how this affects council work. As South Africa heads into 2026 local elections, such internal dramas could impact the EFF’s standing in key metros.
Details of the Resignation Announcement
Nthabiseng Tshivhenga handed in her resignation from both her councillor seat and the Speaker position with immediate effect. This follows weeks of reported discord within the EFF ranks in Ekurhuleni. While no official statement from the party has come out yet, sources say the move stems from a bitter fallout with EFF Gauteng chairperson Nkululeko Dunga and fellow councillor Julius Mdluli.
Tshivhenga’s redeployment to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature shows the EFF’s plan to keep her skills in play, even as she leaves the metro level. This shift could let her focus on broader provincial issues, away from the metro’s day-to-day fights. The party has not shared more on her new role or who might take over as Speaker.
Background on the Internal Fallout
The tensions boiled over in public during recent council meetings, where heated arguments broke out between Tshivhenga and Mdluli. Similar clashes happened at last week’s sitting, showing deep rifts among EFF members in the metro. These public spats have led to ongoing disagreements with other party comrades, making it hard for the group to work as a team.
While exact reasons for the fallout stay under wraps, insiders point to differences in how to handle council matters and party strategies. Dunga, as Gauteng chair, plays a big role in overseeing metro operations, and clashes with him could stem from policy or leadership styles. Mdluli, a vocal councillor, has been at the centre of these rows, adding to the drama.
This is not the first time EFF internal issues spill into the open in Ekurhuleni. The party has faced ups and downs in the metro, where it holds sway in coalitions. Such fallouts could weaken their push for radical change, especially in a diverse area like Ekurhuleni with its mix of urban and township needs.
Tshivhenga’s Role and Legacy as Speaker
Nthabiseng Tshivhenga took on the Speaker role in a key time for Ekurhuleni, helping steer council debates and decisions. As an EFF member, she pushed for pro-poor policies, focusing on land, jobs, and services for the working class. Her time in the chair saw efforts to hold the executive accountable, though not without controversy.
Her move to the legislature could let her keep fighting for these causes on a bigger stage. The EFF has often used redeployments to manage internal matters while keeping talent in the fold. For Ekurhuleni, her exit means a new Speaker must be picked soon to keep council running smooth.
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