MK party: Zuma U-turns on Arthur Zwane’s resignation

The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party has confirmed its leader Jacob Zuma has decided not to accept the resignation of secretary-general Arthur Zwane.

Zwane resigned with immediate effect earlier this month after apparently being pushed out of his position by Zuma.

MK party spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela told The Citizen the change would be immediate.

However, Zuma has since U-turned and now asked Zwane not to resign.

‘Pivotal task’

Ndhlela said Zuma has not accepted Zwane’s resignation.

“After receiving and carefully considering Comrade Zwane’s resignation letter dated July 1, 2024, in which he cited an excessive workload from MK party and a desire to focus on private business, President Zuma has nonetheless decided not to accept the resignation.

“The primary reason, among others, is that the MK Party’s founding HUVO in Bela Bela outlined pivotal tasks essential for preparing us for future challenges, particularly strengthening our organizational structures in anticipation of the upcoming 2026 local government elections and beyond,” Ndhlela said.

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