The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has once again shaken up its parliamentary caucus, implementing a series of leadership changes as it continues to consolidate its structures in Parliament.
The party, founded by former president Jacob Zuma, has appointed former Eskom and Transnet CEO Brian Molefe as its new treasurer-general, replacing Mpiyakhe Limba with immediate effect.
Molefe is currently out on R50 000 bail for the R5-billion Transnet corruption case linked to a controversial locomotive deal.
MK PARTY ADVANCES POLITICAL MANDATE
In a statement, the MK Party said the decision was taken by Zuma in consultation with the party’s National Officials and was made in the best interests of strengthening the movement and advancing its political mandate.
“Comrade Molefe brings with him extensive experience in public administration, governance, finance and organisational leadership. His proven track record, strategic capability and deep understanding of complex financial systems render him suitably qualified to assume this critical responsibility at this phase of the Party’s growth,” the party said.
Further changes include the removal of Colleen Makhubele from her position as Chief Whip with immediate effect. While she has been relieved of her duties, Makhubele will remain a Member of Parliament. National Council of Provinces Chief Whip Mmabatho Mokoena-Zondi has been appointed to act in a caretaker capacity. In July 2025, letters circulated within the party calling on Zuma to remove Makhubele, describing her leadership style as autocratic.
Meanwhile, the suspension of Vanessa Calvert has been lifted, and she has been reinstated as Chief of Staff in the parliamentary caucus, effective immediately.
INTERNAL CHANGES
The MK Party said it remains committed to “organisational discipline, collective leadership and the strengthening of its structures” as it navigates its growing presence.
These developments follow a series of internal changes within the party, including the resignation of Zuma’s daughter, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, and the appointment of his other daughter, Brumelda Zuma, further highlighting ongoing shifts within the party’s leadership ranks.
