King Dalindyebo's wife quits EFF

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has suffered another blow with the resignation of prominent member Nolubabalo "Babsie" Mcinga, who has stepped down from her position in the National Council of Provinces. Mcinga, the wife of King Dalindyebo, the ruler of the Abathembu nation in the Eastern Cape, confirmed her departure from the EFF earlier today.

Mcinga's resignation came as a surprise, with no official explanation provided for her decision. She confirmed the resignation in a brief text message to The African Times, stating, "I've resigned from the EFF."

Her exit adds to a growing list of high-profile departures from the EFF in recent months. Among those who have recently left the party are Floyd Shivambu, the former Deputy President and Parliamentary Chief Whip, who joined the MK Party, and former Public Protector Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane, who now leads the MK Party in Mpumalanga Province. Mzwanele Manyi, another prominent figure, also left the EFF earlier this year.

Mcinga's resignation raises questions about her future political career, but she has yet to comment on her next steps. As the wife of King Dalindyebo, her political significance extends beyond the EFF, and her exit from the party will likely have implications in both political and traditional spheres in the Eastern Cape.

At the time of writing, the EFF has not publicly commented on Mcinga's resignation, and it remains unclear how her departure will impact the party's standing in the region. The EFF, led by Julius Malema, has faced significant challenges in retaining key members in recent months.

Mcinga's resignation marks a significant moment in the EFF's political landscape, with the party already grappling with internal tensions and the shifting allegiances of influential figures.