Afrika Mayibuye Movement

Afrika Mayibuye Movement
AbbreviationAMM
PresidentFloyd Shivambu
FoundersFloyd Shivambu
Founded5 September 2025 (2025-09-05)
Split fromEconomic Freedom Fighters
HeadquartersJohannesburg, Gauteng
Ideology
Political positionFar-left[1]
ColoursBlack[1]
SloganUnity, Land, and Economic Freedom[3]
Website
Official website

Afrika Mayibuye Movement (AMM) is a political party in South Africa founded in 2025 by politician Floyd Shivambu. The party was established to contest elections and address issues related to economic inequality, land reform, and governance.[4]

History

The Movement was launched in September 2025 following consultations led by Shivambu across South Africa. It released a founding manifesto, the "Afrika Mayibuye Restoration Manifesto," outlining policies on land redistribution, economic empowerment, and social justice.[5]

In late 2025, the party held its first national convention, establishing its leadership structure and preparing for the 2026 local government elections.[6]

Organisation and leadership

Floyd Shivambu serves as president of the Afrika Mayibuye Movement. The party leadership includes deputy presidents, a secretary-general, and national chairpersons responsible for policy implementation and organisational direction.[6]

Internal issues

Reports have indicated early resignations within the party, including deputy leadership changes, reflecting challenges in consolidating the organisation during its formative period.[7]

Ideology and policies

The party's manifesto emphasises addressing historical inequalities, promoting economic empowerment, and pursuing structural reforms. Media coverage describes the movement as positioning itself as an alternative to established parties and advocating for land reform, job creation, and social justice.[8]

Electoral participation

The Afrika Mayibuye Movement has declared its intention to contest the 2026 local government elections, aiming to secure municipal majorities and influence governance at the local level.[9]

References

  1. ^ a b c d Sadike, Mashudu (10 September 2025). "Floyd Shivambu's Mayibuye Afrika Movement launches manifesto for 2026 elections". IOL. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
  2. ^ "No room for cultish, abusive, pompous or tribal leaders, says Mayibuye president Shivambu". TimesLive. 6 September 2025. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
  3. ^ Majadibodu, Simon (5 September 2025). "Mayibuye Movement officially formed — Shivambu outlines vision for land, unity, and economic freedom". IOL. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
  4. ^ Shivambu, Floyd (5 September 2025). "Afrika Mayibuye Movement officially formed". IOL. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
  5. ^ Shivambu, Floyd (3 December 2025). "Mayibuye Movement manifesto released ahead of 2026 elections". EWN. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
  6. ^ a b "Afrika Mayibuye aims for outright majority in 2026 polls". SABC News. 10 December 2025. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
  7. ^ Gabsile, Shongwe (15 December 2025). "Deputy secretary-general resigns from Afrika Mayibuye Movement". Central News. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
  8. ^ Shivambu, Floyd (3 December 2025). "Afrika Mayibuye Movement manifesto unveiled". EWN. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
  9. ^ "Afrika Mayibuye aims for outright majority in 2026 polls". SABC News. 10 December 2025. Retrieved 19 January 2026.
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