By Johnathan Paoli
The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party caucus in the National Assembly is engulfed in fresh internal strife, with several Members of Parliament (MPs) openly calling for the immediate removal of their recently appointed Chief Whip, Colleen Makhubele.
The dissenting MPs have reportedly sent a letter to party president Jacob Zuma, accusing Makhubele of poor leadership, unilateral and undemocratic decision-making, and ideological betrayal, especially regarding her stance on Israel.
Makhubele, who took office at the end of May, replaced former Chief Whip Mzwanele Manyi.
However, her leadership has quickly drawn sharp criticism from within the caucus.
The MPs allege that she alienates members through her conduct and decision-making style, undermining the cohesiveness of the MK Party’s parliamentary team.
The tension largely stems from ideological disputes, with some MPs particularly dissatisfied with Makhubele’s perceived support of Israel.
Her prior public criticism of politicians backing Palestine has exacerbated fears of ideological
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