It’s becoming increasingly apparent that the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) are facing a harsh decline, marked by internal strife, defections, and a shrinking influence. In the May general elections, the EFF dipped to 9.52% becoming the fourth largest party after the arrival of the MK Party. There has been speculation that the exodus of senior leaders from the Red Berets could lead to its further electoral decline. We are in conversation with Political Analyst, Dr Sysman Motloung.

It’s becoming increasingly apparent that the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) are facing a harsh decline, marked by internal strife, defections, and a shrinking influence. In the May general elections, the EFF dipped to 9.52% becoming the fourth largest party after the arrival of the MK Party. There has been speculation that the exodus of senior leaders from the Red Berets could lead to its further electoral decline. We are in conversation with Political Analyst, Dr Sysman Motloung.

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Looking at the exodus of senior leaders from the Red Berets and whether this could lead to its further electoral decline in the future.

We speak to Dr. Sysman Motloung, a South African politics and international relations expert, about the evolving power dynamics between the EFF and the MK party. With EFF members defecting, Motloung analyzes what drives these shifts and the EFF's strategic alliance with MK. While the "progressive caucus" within Parliament may seem promising, Motloung warns of its potential collapse into farce or tragedy, noting its troubling embrace of paramilitarism, nativism, and violent rhetoric that echoes dangerous historical ideologies.

We speak to Dr. Sysman Motloung, a South African politics and international relations expert, about the evolving power dynamics between the EFF and the MK party. With EFF members defecting, Motloung analyzes what drives these shifts and the EFF's strategic alliance with MK. While the "progressive caucus" within Parliament may seem promising, Motloung warns of its potential collapse into farce or tragedy, noting its troubling embrace of paramilitarism, nativism, and violent rhetoric that echoes dangerous historical ideologies.

EFF and the MK party

Societal norms are fast changing and cohabiting is no longer regarded as taboo. For many years, couples have lived together without entering a legally recognised marriage. But what does this mean for estate planning? We are in conversation with Attorney & Managing Director at Mnyengeza Attorneys Inc, Yolanda Mnyengeza as we unpack calls for the new marriage bill to recognize ‘Vat-en-sit’ relationships. 

Societal norms are fast changing and cohabiting is no longer regarded as taboo. For many years, couples have lived together without entering a legally recognised marriage. But what does this mean for estate planning? We are in conversation with Attorney &amp; Managing Director at Mnyengeza Attorneys Inc, Yolanda Mnyengeza as we unpack calls for the new marriage bill to recognize ‘Vat-en-sit’ relationships.

Marriage Bill to recognize ‘Vat-en-sit’ relationships

Elijah Matlombe, aka Elijah The Prophet, is a 22-year-old musician from Johannesburg, now living in Observatory with his parents. A graduate of the Academy of Sound Engineering, he recently earned a six-month mentorship contract with Universal Music Publishing, thanks to his exceptional musical talent and work ethic.

Elijah Matlombe, aka Elijah The Prophet, is a 22-year-old musician from Johannesburg, now living in Observatory with his parents. A graduate of the Academy of Sound Engineering, he recently earned a six-month mentorship contract with Universal Music Publishing, thanks to his exceptional musical talent and work ethic.

Looking at the exodus of senior leaders from the Red Berets and whether this could lead to its further electoral decline in the future.

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