The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) says it is confident that its selections as new members of Parliament (MPs) – Sihle Lonzi and Tebogo Mokwele – will serve the people of South Africa with “distinction, courage and revolutionary integrity”.
Lonzi, who is the EFF Student Command (EFFSC) president, and Mokwele replace impeached former public protector Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane and veteran actor Fana Mokoena, who recently quit Parliament.
EFF REPLACES MKHWEBANE AND MOKOENA
Both Mkhwebane and Mokoena resigned from Parliament a few days apart. It is not yet clear whether Mokoena – who supposedly left for the small screen – is still a member of the EFF as Mkhwebane also quit the party.
Regarding their replacements, the EFF said Lonzi and Mokwele had demonstrated a commitment to the struggle for economic freedom.
Spokesperson Leigh-Ann Mathys said as the president of the EFFSC, Lonzi had been a relentless advocate for free, quality education and the transformation of South Africa’s education system.
“His leadership in student activism has advanced the EFF’s revolutionary agenda, ensuring that the voices of young people are heard in the fight against financial exclusion, institutional racism, and the persistent inequalities in higher education.
“We have full confidence that EFFSC President Lonzi will bring the same fire, energy, and revolutionary zeal into Parliament, where he will champion the interests of the youth with passion and dedication,” she said.
Regarding Mokwele, Mathys said she is a committed and seasoned fighter who has consistently displayed her dedication to the struggle for economic freedom.
Mokwele previously served as an EFF whip in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) during the fifth Parliament.
“She brings a wealth of parliamentary experience and organisational commitment and discipline that will serve our constituency well.
“The EFF is confident that both our leaders will serve the people of South Africa with
distinction, courage, and revolutionary integrity. Their leadership marks a new chapter in the continued fight for economic freedom, and they will play a critical role in Parliament,” she added.
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