Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla and Nhlamulo Ndlela on Saturday, 21 June 2026, publicly rejected their expulsion from the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, describing the decision as unlawful and procedurally flawed.
Speaking during a media briefing in Sandton, Johannesburg, the pair said they had not been afforded a disciplinary hearing before their expulsion was announced on 18 June.
The former MK Party members said they were never formally charged, taken through a disciplinary process, or given an opportunity to respond to allegations against them.
They argued that the decision violated principles of natural justice and the party’s constitution. The pair confirmed they had written to the party to challenge the expulsion and intended pursuing legal action.
Zuma-Sambudla said she did not feel betrayed by her father, Jacob Zuma, and instead blamed individuals around him within the party for the developments. She also denied voluntarily resigning from Parliament and reaffirmed her commitment to MK Party-aligned activities, including voter registration and mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2026 local government elections. Ndlela similarly disputed allegations cited by the party.
The MK Party announced the expulsions on 18 June 2026 through Secretary-General Sibonelo Nomvalo, citing alleged misconduct, unauthorised public statements, and actions said to have undermined party unity and discipline. Zuma-Sambudla and Ndlela maintain that they remain members until the matter is properly resolved, with a potential court challenge expected as the dispute continues to unfold.
This report was originally produced by Ondo Press News.
