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Floyd Shivambu
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Shivambu in August 2024
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| Deputy President of the Economic Freedom Fighters | |
| In office 26 July 2013 – 15 August 2024 |
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| President | Julius Malema |
| Preceded by | office established |
| Succeeded by | Godrich Gardee |
| Secretary General of uMkhonto weSizwe | |
| In office 10 November 2024 – 3 June 2025 |
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| Member of the National Assembly of South Africa | |
| In office 21 May 2014 – 15 August 2024 |
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Nyiko Floyd Shivambu
1 January 1983 Malamulele, Transvaal Province, South Africa (now Limpopo Province) |
| Political party | uMkhonto weSizwe (2024–2025) Economic Freedom Fighters (2013–2024) African National Congress (1990–2012) |
| Spouse | Siphesihle Pezi-Shivambu (m. 2017) |
| Children | Katekani Shivambu |
| Relatives | Brian Shivambu (brother) |
| Alma mater | University of Witwatersrand |
Nyiko Floyd Shivambu is a South African politician. He was born on 1 January 1983. He was a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF). He served in this role until August 2024. After that, he joined the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP). He was the Secretary-General of the MKP from November 2024 until June 2025. After he was removed from the MKP, Mr. Shivambu started a new group called the Mayibuye Consultation.
Before joining the MKP, he was the Deputy President of the Economic Freedom Fighters. He was also the party's main leader in the South African Parliament. He worked on committees related to trade, industry, and finance. Mr. Shivambu was also a member of the Pan-African Parliament. There, he worked on committees dealing with rural economy, agriculture, and natural resources.
Early Life and Education
Floyd Shivambu grew up in a small village called Mahonisi. This village is near Malamulele town in the Limpopo province of South Africa. He was one of seven children in his family. His home did not have running water or electricity. His parents made a living by selling handmade duvets and pillowcases. They sold these items in nearby towns.
Mr. Shivambu finished high school in 2001. He then went to the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. He first planned to study to become a technician. However, he changed his mind. He then studied Political Studies and International Relations. He earned a bachelor's degree and an honours degree in these subjects. In 2014, he earned a master's degree in political studies with high marks. During his third year at university, he was chosen to lead the Student Representative Body. He also joined the African National Congress Youth League.
Political Journey
Floyd Shivambu's political journey started when he was a student. He was the president of the Student Representative Council at the University of the Witwatersrand from 2004 to 2005. He also served on national student groups. From 2008 to 2012, he was a spokesperson for the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL). During this time, he became good friends with Julius Malema. They shared similar political ideas.
After they were suspended from the ANC, Mr. Shivambu and Mr. Malema started a new political party. This party was called the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF). Mr. Shivambu became the Deputy President of the EFF in 2013. He was in charge of the party's policies, research, and international relations. In 2014, he became a Member of Parliament for the EFF. He held this position until 2024. He was also a member of the Pan-African Parliament from 2014 to 2018. In 2014, he also helped to edit a book.
In the 2024 South African general election, there was talk about the EFF working with the ANC. Mr. Malema said that this could happen if Mr. Shivambu became the Minister of Finance. However, Mr. Shivambu later joined the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP). He became the Secretary-General of the MKP and a Member of Parliament for them. On 18 August 2024, Mr. Malema announced that Sinawo Tambo would take Mr. Shivambu's place in Parliament for the EFF. Mr. Shivambu was removed from his role as MKP Secretary-General in June 2025.
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