Mbuyiseni Ndlozi facts for kids
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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 | Independent |
| Other political affiliations |
Economic Freedom Fighters (2013–2025) African National Congress (1992–2013) |
| Spouse | Mmabatho Montsho |
| Education | University of the Witwatersrand (PhD) |
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Mbuyiseni Quintin Ndlozi (born 9 May 1985) is a South African politician, radio host, and political activist. He was a Member of Parliament (MP) in the National Assembly for the Economic Freedom Fighters party. He served as an MP from 2014 until he resigned in January 2025. He was also the first official spokesperson for the Economic Freedom Fighters from 2013 until he stepped down in 2020. Vuyani Pambo took over his role as party spokesperson. In February 2025, Ndlozi officially left the Economic Freedom Fighters and stopped being involved in party politics.
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Early Life and Education
Mbuyiseni Ndlozi grew up in Evaton, a town in the Gauteng province of South Africa. He became interested in politics when he was young, especially after his uncle was arrested in 1992 for being involved in the fight against apartheid.
Student Activism
While studying at the University of the Witwatersrand, Ndlozi became very active in youth political groups. He joined the South African Students Congress (SASCO), the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL), and the Young Communist League (YCL). He also supported international movements, like those for Palestine and Cuba. In 2013, he was part of a campaign called "No Obama Campaign" started by some youth political groups in South Africa.
Advanced Studies
Ndlozi continued his studies and earned his PhD in political studies from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2017.
Political Journey
When Ndlozi became a Member of Parliament in 2014, he shared his goals. He wanted to make sure that government leaders were held responsible for their actions. He also hoped that Parliament would become more connected to the people. He believed that MPs should truly represent the citizens and their interests.
Parliamentary Debates
During his time in Parliament, Ndlozi and other members of the Economic Freedom Fighters, including Julius Malema, were sometimes removed from the National Assembly. This happened during important speeches, like the State of the Nation Address in 2015 and 2016. These removals often happened because of strong disagreements and debates about how the government was following the Constitution. The Economic Freedom Fighters believed that certain actions by the then-President did not respect the Constitution.
Achievements
In 2017, Mbuyiseni Ndlozi was recognized as the Most Influential Young South African.
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Ndlozi in April 2024
