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Zuma Names Tony Yengeni the MK Party’s Second Deputy President

The move positions John Hlophe to concentrate on parliamentary matters.

Overview

  • Jacob Zuma unveiled Yengeni’s appointment in Durban following an MK Party meeting.
  • Yengeni, a longtime ANC figure and former member, has defected to join the MK Party leadership.
  • Zuma said the addition would strengthen the organisation, with Yengeni expected to assist with party administration.
  • Coverage highlighted Yengeni’s contentious legal history and reported disputes with ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula.
  • In his first address in the new role, Yengeni praised Zuma’s leadership and referenced the arms deal cases and concerns about the justice system.