MK Party axes Sibonelo Nomvalo as SG days before elections

The MK Party has removed Sibonelo Nomvalo as its secretary-general, marking another change in the party’s top leadership.

The party announced on Tuesday that Nomvalo has been relieved of his duties after concerns relating to:

The party said the matters have raised concerns regarding organisational co-ordination, internal communication, accountability and adherence to established party procedures.

The change comes days before the November 4 local government elections.

The party has appointed Lindiwe Mtshali as acting secretary-general who is expected to work in consultation with the national chairperson Mxolisi Phakathi to ensure continuity in the co-ordination, administration and organisational affairs of the party.

National spokesperson Sifiso Mahlangu will assume additional responsibilities associated with the office of the deputy secretary-general, sharing the functions with Mtshali. Mahlangu will retain his position as national spokesperson.