Afrika Mayibuye Movement (MAYIBUYE) is a political movement in South Africa founded in 2025 by South African's among who is politician Floyd Shivambu. The organization was established as a Movement to contest elections and address issues related to economic inequality, land reform, and governance.[4]
Afrika Mayibuye Movement | |
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| Abbreviation | MAYIBUYE |
| President | Floyd Shivambu |
| Founders | Floyd Shivambu |
| Founded | 5 September 2025 |
| Split from | Economic Freedom Fighters |
| Headquarters | Johannesburg, Gauteng |
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| Political position | Far-left[1] |
| Colours | Black[1] |
| Slogan | Unity, Land, and Economic Freedom[3] |
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History
editThe Movement was launched in September 2025 following consultations led by Shivambu across South Africa. It released a founding manifesto, the "Afrika Mayibuye Restoration Manifesto," outlining policies on land redistribution, economic empowerment, and social justice.[5]
In late 2025, the party held its first national convention, establishing its leadership structure and preparing for the 2026 local government elections.[6]
Organisation and leadership
editFloyd Shivambu serves as president of the Afrika Mayibuye Movement. The party leadership includes deputy presidents, a secretary-general, and national chairpersons responsible for policy implementation and organisational direction.[6]
Lazola Ndamase serves as the Secretary General of Afrika Mayibuye Movement. He is the former Secretary General of SASCO and 2nd Deputy Provincial Secretary of the SACP in the Eastern Cape.[7]
Internal issues
editReports have indicated early resignations within the party, including deputy leadership changes, reflecting challenges in consolidating the organisation during its formative period.[8]
Ideology and policies
editThe party's manifesto emphasises addressing historical inequalities, promoting economic empowerment, and pursuing structural reforms. Media coverage describes the movement as positioning itself as an alternative to established parties and advocating for land reform, job creation, and social justice.[9]
Electoral participation
editThe Afrika Mayibuye Movement has declared its intention to contest the 2026 local government elections, aiming to secure municipal majorities and influence governance at the local level.[10]
References
edit- 1 2 3 4 Sadike, Mashudu (10 September 2025). "Floyd Shivambu's Mayibuye Afrika Movement launches manifesto for 2026 elections". IOL. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
- ↑ "No room for cultish, abusive, pompous or tribal leaders, says Mayibuye president Shivambu". TimesLive. 6 September 2025. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
- ↑ Majadibodu, Simon (5 September 2025). "Mayibuye Movement officially formed — Shivambu outlines vision for land, unity, and economic freedom". IOL. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
- ↑ Shivambu, Floyd (5 September 2025). "Afrika Mayibuye Movement officially formed". IOL. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
- ↑ Shivambu, Floyd (3 December 2025). "Mayibuye Movement manifesto released ahead of 2026 elections". EWN. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
- 1 2 "Afrika Mayibuye aims for outright majority in 2026 polls". SABC News. 10 December 2025. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
- ↑ Butler, A. (2013). The Idea of the ANC. Ohio University Press.
- ↑ Gabsile, Shongwe (15 December 2025). "Deputy secretary-general resigns from Afrika Mayibuye Movement". Central News. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
- ↑ Shivambu, Floyd (3 December 2025). "Afrika Mayibuye Movement manifesto unveiled". EWN. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
- ↑ "Afrika Mayibuye aims for outright majority in 2026 polls". SABC News. 10 December 2025. Retrieved 19 January 2026.