The MKP want the Premier of KZN Thani Ntuli removed as the leader of the province through the motion of the confidence which will take place on 15 December at the KZN Legislature.

On Monday, during the IFP NEC meeting, the party threw their weight behind Ntuli accusing the MKP of wanting to destabilising the Government of Provincial Unity (GPU).

In a statement released by the IFP on Monday, the party said: “The IFP reaffirms its full confidence in the Premier of KZN Thami Ntuli, ahead of the baseless motion of no confidence brought by the uMkhonto WeSizwe Party (MKP). This motion represents a reckless attempt to destabilise the province at a time when KZN requires focused governance and continuity.

Under Premier Ntuli’s leadership, KwaZulu-Natal has made notable strides, including securing R100 billion in investment—signifying investor confidence in the province’s stability and direction. If the MKP truly believes it has legitimate concerns, it should submit them to the appropriate oversight bodies rather than resorting to political theatrics. Moreover, the MKP must prioritise pressing issues of its own making—especially the safe return of South Africans misled into travelling to Russia to engage in a conflict they neither understood nor consented to,” the statement read.

Responding to the IFP statement, MKP National Spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela said the party is making a clear call to all members, supporters and progressive forces across the province to unite behind the Vote of No Confidence against Premier Thami Ntuli and the DA-led government.

“This province cannot continue under a coalition whose political DNA is rooted in protecting privilege, preserving elite control and maintaining the economic structures that keep the African majority on the margins of their own land.

“From the beginning, this coalition was never a government of the people, it was a political experiment engineered to stabilise minority interests at the expense of the suffering black working class. Its purpose has been to manage the crisis of poverty, instead of transforming the conditions that produce it. That is why unemployment grows, services collapse and inequality widens while those who claim to govern, busy themselves with defending inherited power,” he said.

Ndhlela said that the Vote of No Confidence is a confrontation between two visions, one that protects the old order and another that seeks to dismantle it so that the resources of Kwa-Zulu Natal serve the people who built this province with their labour and sacrifice.

“We call upon all progressive Members of the Legislature to recognise that neutrality in a moment of injustice is a luxury of the powerful. The people have spoken through their lived experience, through their poverty, through their exclusion. They want a government that understands their struggle, not one that treats their suffering as background noise to elite negotiations.

“The MK Party is prepared to work with any force committed to breaking the hold of neoliberal governance in KwaZulu Natal. We are ready to build a government rooted in the will of the people, accountable to the people and guided by the clear understanding that true political power belongs to those who produce and sustain society, not those who exploit it,” he said.

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On Sunday, military personnel were seen standing alongside jubilant demonstrators, many of whom cheered their presence. The show of unity between protesters and segments of the military came just hours after the president’s office warned of an “illegal attempt to seize power by force.”

Despite the heavy security presence, the day ended without immediate violence, though uncertainty remains over where the loyalty of the armed forces truly lies.

The unrest began on September 25 as youth-led demonstrations under the banner “Gen Z Madagascar,” initially protesting power and water shortages. The movement quickly evolved into a broader demand for an end to corruption, nepotism, and the rising cost of living. According to the UN, at least 22 people have died since the protests began, though the government disputes this figure.

The situation evokes memories of 2009, when Rajoelina first came to power through a military-backed coup led by the same CAPSAT unit whose current commander now claims control of the army.

Attempts to stabilize the crisis—including the president’s decision to dissolve his cabinet and appoint a military general as prime minister—have failed to calm the nation. With youth movements gaining strength and public anger mounting, many fear that Madagascar may once again be on the brink of a political collapse.

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Speaking at an event in Pennsylvania, Obama said he did not personally know Kirk and often disagreed with his views, but described the shooting as “horrific and a tragedy.” He urged Americans to respect the rights of others to express opinions, even when they clash with their own.

Obama also drew a contrast between how past leaders responded during moments of crisis and the rhetoric he sees from Donald Trump and his allies. He praised leaders in both parties, including Utah Governor Spencer Cox and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, for showing restraint and respect in the wake of recent political violence.

“I think at moments like this, when tensions are high, part of the president’s job is to bring people together,” Obama said.

The Shooting in Utah

Kirk, 31, was killed by a single gunshot while speaking at Utah Valley University on September 10. Authorities have charged 22-year-old Tyler Robinson with murder, weapons offenses, and other crimes, and prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty.

Investigators said Robinson admitted to being motivated by anger at what he described as Kirk’s “hatred.” Before Robinson’s arrest, several Trump allies blamed the killing on left-wing rhetoric.

Vice President JD Vance has called for exposing individuals who appeared to celebrate Kirk’s death or criticize him after the shooting. “Call them out—and call their employer,” Vance said while guest-hosting Kirk’s podcast.

Escalating Political Divide

Obama compared the current climate with past tragedies, pointing out that after the 2001 terror attacks, President George W. Bush stressed that the U.S. was not at war with Islam. He also noted that he himself resisted using a 2015 white supremacist church shooting to target political rivals.

“When I hear leaders today calling their opponents ‘vermin’ or suggesting they should be ‘targeted,’ that’s not just political rhetoric—it points to a much deeper problem we all need to confront,” Obama told the crowd.

The White House, however, rejected Obama’s remarks, accusing him of fueling division during his presidency.

A Nation on Edge

Obama’s speech underscores the raw emotions surrounding Kirk’s killing and the wider sense that American politics has reached a boiling point. With court proceedings underway in Utah and politicians on both sides pointing fingers, the tragedy has become another flashpoint in an already fractured nation.

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