Akani Nkuna
South African Rainbow Alliance (SARA) party leader, Colleen Makhubele has resigned from her role as party president to join the uMkhonto WeSizwe (MK) Party led by former President Jacob Zuma.
Makhubele joins the list of leading black professionals who have recently joined the MK Party and were sworn in parliament on Wednesday.
The list includes former heads of State-Owned Enterprises – Transnet’s Siyabonga Gama, Eskom’s Brian Molefe and Prasa’s Lucky Montana.
Makhubele expressed her gratitude to SARA and its members for the “opportunity afforded to lead and serve the nation” as she jumped ship.
“I believe the MK Party [provides] the platform for young progressive leaders to find a political home for expression and service,” said Makhubele.
“As a young woman taking this unprecedented pregnant step, ready to sacrifice, ready to serve, and looking forward with a mixture of determination, humility, a bit of anxiety, and excitement to
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