Guest: Richard Poplak, Journalist - Daily Maverick

EFF deputy president Floyd Shivambu has resigned from the EFF to join the MK party. 

Shivambu confirmed his move at a press briefing on Thursday. 

Reading from his letter of resignation sent on Wednesday, Shivambu said he would not be renewing his EFF membership. 

He added that his resignation was not a vote of no confidence in the EFF. 

EFF MP Mzwanele Manyi would also be leaving the party to join the MK Party, Shivambu stated. Manyi resigned on Monday at 12:00.

Shivambu added: 

Please be informed that I will not renew my membership of the EFF in Ward 44 which is one of the best performing Wards of the EFF in Johannesburg region. I also request to resign my position as member of Parliament and all positions I hold in the EFF.

"I will only do so after receiving a go-ahead from the organisation because it is the EFF that deployed me to Parliament," he said. 

Shivambu said he would always cherish and appreciate the work that had been done collectively in building a formidable organisation. 

"I believe the aspirations and vision contained in the Organisational Redesign document of the EFF can still be achieved. My non-renewal of membership of the EFF is not a vote of no confidence in the organisation, but a revolutionary act that will allow progressive forces to unite and work toward the agenda for progressive and revolutionary change," he said. 

EFF president Julius Malema accepted Shivambu's resignation, but added that the door would always be open if he wished to return. 

Guest: Richard Poplak, Journalist - Daily Maverick
EFF deputy president Floyd Shivambu has resigned from the EFF to join the MK party. 
Shivambu confirmed his move at a press briefing on Thursday. 
Reading from his letter of resignation sent on Wednesday, Shivambu said he would not be renewing his EFF membership. 
He added that his resignation was not a vote of no confidence in the EFF. 
EFF MP Mzwanele Manyi would also be leaving the party to join the MK Party, Shivambu stated. Manyi resigned on Monday at 12:00.
Shivambu added: 
Please be informed that I will not renew my membership of the EFF in Ward 44 which is one of the best performing Wards of the EFF in Johannesburg region. I also request to resign my position as member of Parliament and all positions I hold in the EFF.
"I will only do so after receiving a go-ahead from the organisation because it is the EFF that deployed me to Parliament," he said. 
Shivambu said he would always cherish and appreciate the work that had been done collectively in building a formidable organisation. 
"I believe the aspirations and vision contained in the Organisational Redesign document of the EFF can still be achieved. My non-renewal of membership of the EFF is not a vote of no confidence in the organisation, but a revolutionary act that will allow progressive forces to unite and work toward the agenda for progressive and revolutionary change," he said. 
EFF president Julius Malema accepted Shivambu's resignation, but added that the door would always be open if he wished to return.

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'Not a vote of no confidence': Floyd Shivambu dumps EFF for MK Party

Guest: Pinky Mashiane, Founder and president of the United Domestic Workers of South Africa

The latest report by SweepSouth reveals that South African domestic workers are still facing a myriad of challenges including economic hardships and mental challenges. The report says the living cost of domestic workers has increased by 15% over the past year, completely dwarfing the 5% earnings increase, according to SweepSouth
Happy Women’s month but it seems a difficult for domestic workers in South Africa. What do you do make of this report?
How would you do describe the state of domestic workers in SA at the moment?
This report says about 46% of domestic workers still earn less that the legally prescribe minimum wage?
Why are we still struggling to enforce the minimum wage rule when it comes to domestic workers?
A number of domestic workers are foreign nationals, does that open them to abuse?
What are other types of abuses are they facing on top of the underpayment they receive?
The report also talk about their struggles with mental health
Are their struggles the same whether working in a suburb or a township household?
What about the domestic workers are part of the gig economy? The ones that get to be employed for one day via different apps like SweepSouth, do they face the same struggles?
What do we need to protect domestic workers in SA and for them to get what they deserve?
What is the role of government or the Department of Labour to make this possible?

Guest: Pinky Mashiane, Founder and president of the United Domestic Workers of South Africa
The latest report by SweepSouth reveals that South African domestic workers are still facing a myriad of challenges including economic hardships and mental challenges. The report says the living cost of domestic workers has increased by 15% over the past year, completely dwarfing the 5% earnings increase, according to SweepSouth
<ul>
<li>Happy Women’s month but it seems a difficult for domestic workers in South Africa. What do you do make of this report?</li>
<li>How would you do describe the state of domestic workers in SA at the moment?</li>
<li>This report says about 46% of domestic workers still earn less that the legally prescribe minimum wage?</li>
<li>Why are we still struggling to enforce the minimum wage rule when it comes to domestic workers?</li>
<li>A number of domestic workers are foreign nationals, does that open them to abuse?</li>
<li>What are other types of abuses are they facing on top of the underpayment they receive?</li>
<li>The report also talk about their struggles with mental health</li>
<li>Are their struggles the same whether working in a suburb or a township household?</li>
<li>What about the domestic workers are part of the gig economy? The ones that get to be employed for one day via different apps like SweepSouth, do they face the same struggles?</li>
<li>What do we need to protect domestic workers in SA and for them to get what they deserve?</li>
<li>What is the role of government or the Department of Labour to make this possible?</li>
</ul>

Domestic Workers: The latest report by SweepSouth reveals that South African domestic workers are still facing a myriad of challenges

Guest: Mbali Tshabalala, Artist

They say - FOREWOMEN” is an exhibition that redefines and enriches contemporary art through the lens of its talented participants. The title, a play on the word "forewoman," signifies women who are at the forefront of artistic innovation and cultural dialogue. These artists are not merely participants in the art world; they are visionaries shaping the evolution of South African art.

The inspiration behind “FOREWOMEN” is drawn from Nina Simone's iconic song "Four

Women," which tells the poignant stories of four African women in America. This narrative

pays homage to Lilian Ngoyi, Helen Joseph, Rahima Moosa, and Sophia Williams-De Bruyn,

the courageous women who led the historic march to the Union Buildings on August 9, 1956,

in protest of apartheid laws. The exhibition weaves together the diverse yet unified voices of

our featured artists, each contributing their unique story to the broader tapestry of South

African art.



Nina Simone's "Four Women" is a powerful commentary on the complex interplay of race,

gender, and identity. In “FOREWOMEN,” this narrative is paralleled by the work of our

contemporary South African artists, who address themes such as cultural identity, social

justice, and the reimagining of traditional narratives. Through their distinct practices, these

artists explore the intersections of their personal and communal histories, challenging

stereotypes and redefining their place within the societal and artistic spheres.

Guest: Mbali Tshabalala, Artist
They say - FOREWOMEN” is an exhibition that redefines and enriches contemporary art through the lens of its talented participants. The title, a play on the word "forewoman," signifies women who are at the forefront of artistic innovation and cultural dialogue. These artists are not merely participants in the art world; they are visionaries shaping the evolution of South African art.
The inspiration behind “FOREWOMEN” is drawn from Nina Simone's iconic song "Four
Women," which tells the poignant stories of four African women in America. This narrative
pays homage to Lilian Ngoyi, Helen Joseph, Rahima Moosa, and Sophia Williams-De Bruyn,
the courageous women who led the historic march to the Union Buildings on August 9, 1956,
in protest of apartheid laws. The exhibition weaves together the diverse yet unified voices of
our featured artists, each contributing their unique story to the broader tapestry of South
African art.
 
Nina Simone's "Four Women" is a powerful commentary on the complex interplay of race,
gender, and identity. In “FOREWOMEN,” this narrative is paralleled by the work of our
contemporary South African artists, who address themes such as cultural identity, social
justice, and the reimagining of traditional narratives. Through their distinct practices, these
artists explore the intersections of their personal and communal histories, challenging
stereotypes and redefining their place within the societal and artistic spheres.

Exhibition : An exhibition opening tonight at Gallery Momo in Joburg

Guest: Matshidiso Lencoasa, Senior budget researcher at SECTION27 and chairperson of the Budget Justice Coalition

A thought provoking article written by Matshidio Lencoasa and Siphumelele Duma (senior post-doctoral research fellow at the University of Johannesburg’s Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation) on why SA need to reflect on how our industrial policy can be a powerful tool to ensure that we do more than pay lip service to gender equality and work towards a more equitable society.

Taking policy decisions that empower women

As the world increasingly faces polycrises, there has been an industrial policy renaissance, with many anticipating industrial policy’s big opportunity to inspire inclusive economic growth and development.

Considering South Africa’s current context of weak economic growth, this renaissance could be a moment to grow the economy in an inclusive manner and mobilise resources to better fund public services.

Guest: Matshidiso Lencoasa, Senior budget researcher at SECTION27 and chairperson of the Budget Justice Coalition
A thought provoking article written by Matshidio Lencoasa and Siphumelele Duma (senior post-doctoral research fellow at the University of Johannesburg’s Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation) on why SA need to reflect on how our industrial policy can be a powerful tool to ensure that we do more than pay lip service to gender equality and work towards a more equitable society.
Taking policy decisions that empower women
As the world increasingly faces polycrises, there has been an industrial policy renaissance, with many anticipating industrial policy’s big opportunity to inspire inclusive economic growth and development.
Considering South Africa’s current context of weak economic growth, this renaissance could be a moment to grow the economy in an inclusive manner and mobilise resources to better fund public services.

'Not a vote of no confidence': Floyd Shivambu dumps EFF for MK Party

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