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Mbuyiseni Ndlozi
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Ndlozi in April 2024
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| Member of the National Assembly of South Africa | |
| In office 21 May 2014 – 9 January 2025 |
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| Constituency | Mpumalanga |
| National Spokesperson of the Economic Freedom Fighters | |
| In office 26 July 2013 – 17 February 2020 |
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| President | Julius Malema |
| Preceded by | Position established |
| Succeeded by | Vuyani Pambo |
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Mbuyiseni Quintin Ndlozi
9 May 1985 Evaton, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Political party | Economic Freedom Fighters (since 2013) |
| Other political affiliations |
African National Congress (1992-2013) |
| Spouse | Mmabatho Montsho |
| Education | University of the Witwatersrand (PhD) |
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Mbuyiseni Quintin Ndlozi is a South African politician and political activist. He was born on May 9, 1985. He served as a Member of the National Assembly, representing the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) political party, from 2014 until January 2025. He was also the first official spokesperson for the EFF from 2013 until 2020. After he stepped down, Vuyani Pambo took over as the party's spokesperson.
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Mbuyiseni Ndlozi's Early Life
Mbuyiseni Ndlozi grew up in a place called Evaton in the Gauteng province of South Africa. He became aware of politics at a young age. This happened in 1992 when his uncle was arrested by the police. His uncle was involved in secret activities to help the country gain freedom.
Ndlozi started taking part in politics when he was a student. He joined youth groups at the University of the Witwatersrand. These groups included the South African Students Congress (SASCO) and the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL). He also joined the Young Communist League (YCL). He supported international movements for Palestine and Cuba. In 2013, he was part of a campaign called "No Obama Campaign." This campaign was started by some youth political groups in South Africa.
In 2017, he earned his PhD in Political Studies. He completed this advanced degree at the University of the Witwatersrand.
Ndlozi's Political Career and Goals
When Mbuyiseni Ndlozi became a Member of Parliament (MP) in 2014, he shared his goals. He wanted to make sure that government leaders were held responsible for their actions. He also wanted Parliament to truly represent the people of South Africa. He believed that citizens should be able to follow what happens in Parliament.
Ndlozi and other members of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) often spoke out strongly in Parliament. They believed that the ruling party did not have a clear plan for South Africa's future. The EFF wanted to show that their own plan, based on seven main ideas, could bring economic freedom. They believed it could also lead to lasting development for the country.
Speaking Out in Parliament
In 2015 and 2016, Ndlozi, Julius Malema, and other EFF members protested during the President's State of the Nation Address. They believed that President Jacob Zuma had not respected the Constitution. A court had found that the President had failed to uphold the Constitution. Because of this, the EFF members felt that the President did not have the authority to address Parliament. They were removed from the National Assembly during these protests.
Education and Achievements
Mbuyiseni Ndlozi began his studies at the University of Witwatersrand in 2004. He earned his PhD in Political Science from the same university in 2017.
In 2017, Ndlozi was recognized for his influence. He was named the Most Influential Young South African for that year.
