‘Mature leadership’ was attractive to me: Zuma’s most trusted ally jumps ship to the IFP

Author: Soyiso MalitiPublished on: April 8, 2026Country: South Africa

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‘Mature leadership’ was attractive to me: Zuma’s most trusted ally jumps ship to the IFP

Bongani Mncwango has left the MKP to join the IFP, stating that the mature leadership of the IFP attracted him. He was welcomed by IFP KZN chairperson Thami Ntuli. Mncwango expressed his confidence in the IFP's leadership and his commitment to contributing to its goals.

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