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24 hours in pictures, 19 June 2025
24 hours in pictures, 19 June 2025 Through the lens: The Citizen's Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world. A racegoer attends Royal Ascot on Ladies Day in Ascot, Britain, 19 June 2025. The horse race meeting and social event runs daily from 17 to 21 June 2025. Picture: EPA-EFE/NEIL HALL Nurses walk along a balcony corrider past a first responder filming with a phone as smoke billows from a building at Soroka Hospital following an Iranian missile attack in Beersheba in southern Israel on June 19, 2025. Soroka Hospital and two towns near Tel Aviv were struck after a barrage of Iranian missiles early on June 19, with rescuers reporting at least 47 people injured in the latest attacks. (Photo by JOHN WESSELS / AFP) A man dressed as a Dancing Devil of Chuao stands for a picture on a cocoa plantation during the second day of the Corpus Christi celebration in Chuao, Venezuela, on June 19, 2025. The Venezuelan Dancing Devils of Corpus Christi were recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2012. (Photo by Juan BARRETO / AFP) Female artists speak with visitors at an exhibition organized by the Union of Women Painters in Kabul, Afghanistan, 19 June 2025. Picture: EPA-EFE/SAMIULLAH POPAL Former MK Party SG Floyd Shivambu briefs the media at Mhulu Luxury Boutique Hotel on June 19, 2025 in Midrand, South Africa. This comes after Floyd Shivambu was removed from his position as uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party Secretary-General a few weeks back. (Photo by Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi) Palestinians leave their cars to seek cover from tear gas fired by Israeli soldiers during a military operation in the Balata refugee camp, near the West Bank city of Nablus, 19 June 2025. According to the Palestinian Health Ministry, at least 30 Palestinians were wounded during the second day of the Israeli operation in the camp. Picture: EPA-EFE/ALAA BADARNEH Members of ActionSA during a protest demanding the removal of National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Head , Advocate Shamila Batohi outside the offices of the Department of Justice And Constitutional Development on June 19, 2025 in Pretoria, South Africa. Opposition parties have slammed the NPA for failing to successfully prosecute those implicated in state capture and botched extradition matters. (Photo by Gallo Images/Frennie Shivambu) People attend the Corpus Christi procession, which, in addition to Roman Catholics, also included Greek Catholics with their clergy, in Przemysl, Poland, 19 June 2025. Celebrations of the Feast of the Holy Body and Blood of Christ are taking place throughout Poland, one of the most important holidays in the Catholic Church. Picture: EPA-EFE/Darek Delmanowicz Fans collect autographs from the South Africa men's Cricket Team players during a meet and greet event, 19 June 2025, at the Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton after the team won the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Test Championship at Lord's over the weekend. Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen Vehicles travel through a flooded street in Juchit Mexico, 19 June 2025. Hurricane Erick, the first of the 2025 season in the Mexican Pacific, made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane and weakened to a tropical storm after passing through the state of Guerrero, in southern Mexico, causing material damage but no casualties. Picture: EPA-EFE/LUIS VILLALOBOS Cuban artist Daldo Marto performs at the launch of the 'Art Brut' exhibition, as part of the 'Grand Palais d'Ete' (Summer of the Grand Palais) in Paris, France, 19 June 2025. The event gives the public free access to the exhibitions of the fully restored monument and runs from 11 June to 21 September 2025. Picture: EPA-EFE/CHRISTOPHE PETIT TESSON A person holds flags during a demonstration for peace in Iran and Gaza; in Caracas, Venezuela, 19 June 2025. Picture: EPA-EFE/MIGUEL GUTIERREZ MORE: 24 hours in pictures, 18 June 2025
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Floyd Shivambu: 'I don't beg for membership of political organisations'
JOHANNESBURG - Floyd Shivambu said he would not beg to remain a member of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party after announcing his ambition to establish a new party. At a media briefing in Midrand on Thursday, Shivambu said he had convened a committee that would look into whether there was a need for a new political party in the country. This move comes on the back of Shivambu recently being demoted as the MK Party secretary-general to an ordinary member. ALSO READ: • Shivambu alleges R7 million is looted monthly from MK Party's coffers • Shivambu stands firm on not rejoining EFF, describing it as a 'cult' • 'I will never resign from the MK Party,' says Shivambu • Shivambu claims fake intelligence report on him wanting to overthrow Zuma led to his removal as MKP SG "I have not resigned from uMkhonto weSizwe and I will never resign from uMkhonto weSizwe."
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Committee convened by Shivambu to begin work to explore possibility of forming political party
JOHANNESBURG - A committee convened by former uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party secretary-general, Floyd Shivambu, will begin its work next week to explore the possibility of forming a political party. Shivambu said they would consult South Africans from all walks of life about the need of another party in the country. ALSO READ: 'I will never resign from the MK Party,' says Shivambu This latest project comes after he was demoted by the MK Party from secretary-general to an ordinary member. Shivambu held a briefing on Thursday, where he said that he had not turned his back on the belief that black political parties should unite. "We are not dividing black political parties. We are listening to people, and they will tell us if there is a need for a political party. If a majority of the people, and genuinely so, say there is no need to form a political party, we will humbly listen to that."
IOL News
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Floyd Shivambu has brickbats and bouquets thrown at him online
Floyd Shivambu removes his hat during a media briefing on Thursday where he announced the formation of a new political movement. Shivambu says despite this, he will never resign from the MK Party. Floyd Shivambu gave the clearest indication yet of his political future at a no-holds-barred press conference yesterday, garnering him both brickbats and bouquets from users on X: @AllNewsNetwork2 He is talking like the president of a country. The guy is an intellectual. #floydshivambu @limphoseeiso_ He's forming a new party while still a member of another party, he's surely learned a lot from Zuma. @mixedracedUncle Floyd Shivambu just called Jacob Zuma a gullible old man, and then said his daughter Duduzile Zuma is on drugs, and mentioned that there are scoundrels in the MK party stealing millions of rands every month. @Tania84928222 When Floyd said South Africa is not divided when it comes to aspirations all South Africans want the same things, that's when I knew this man is sound and sober. We need to fight all the leaders who are trying to divide us while they live lavish lives. We are the power #floydshivambu @fighting4SA A classic example of being educated and stupid at the same time! @FutureBite No man, this guy is a good leader. @Givencape What i learned about #floydshivambu is if you don't stand up for yourself, people will always bully you . He just decided to stand up for himself. @LindoMyeni Floyd Shivambu makes it clear he has no intention of returning to the ANC or the EFF.'The ANC is directionless, doesn't know what it's doing, and is in collaboration with the white system. And the EFF is a cult.' @EversonLuhanga Floyd Shivambu says he's not afraid to speak out against the untouchables – 'those who take drugs, tweet at night and insult us.' This comes after MK Party MP Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla fired insults at him on X. @Zah_KhanyileH HAIBO! Now that Floyd is suddenly giving lessons on bravery and speaking out, why didn't he have the courage to tell @Julius_S_Malema to his face that he was a dictator running a cult when Malema asked him, 'What did I do to you? @neo_manezzy Having an MK membership is like being a full time patient at Weskoppies mos. @TheGreatKhali95 Mampara of the year #floydshivambu DAILY NEWS
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Floyd Shivambu's explosive allegations: Corruption, drug use, and a new political party
Floyd Shivambu dropped a few bombshells during his media briefing in Gauteng on Thursday. Image: Floyd Shivambu/X Former uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party secretary-general, Floyd Shivambu, dropped a few bombshells during his press briefing in Gauteng on Thursday, where he announced plans to launch a new political party. Among some wild claims, Shivambu alluded to some in leadership who were linked to corruption, others fighting among themselves, and even someone sniffing drugs. Speaking to reporters at the Mhulu Boutique Hotel on Thursday, Shivambu exposed allegations of fund embezzlement and political sabotage, signalling a significant shift in his political journey. Shivambu further claimed that he was targeted for attempting to halt the alleged siphoning of approximately R7 million per month from the party's coffers. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading 'Zuma is surrounded by political scoundrels who exploit his kindness and gullibility,' Shivambu said. 'They fabricate fake intelligence reports to mislead him and justify their theft. This season, they've been withdrawing at least R7 million monthly from our coffers.' He further alleged that these illicit activities were known internally and that party members had urged the perpetrators to cease their actions, fearing the party's de-registration. 'We raised these issues internally because we want transparency and accountability. But instead of addressing the matter, I faced hostility when I intervened,' Shivambu added. In a dramatic turn, Shivambu announced his intention to leave the MK Party and establish his political organisation. 'I am forming a new party — not funded by any individual but rooted in the collective will of South Africans,' he declared. 'Political parties should not be personal fiefdoms; they must represent enduring ideals beyond any single leader.' He dismissed bizarre allegations circulating on social media about supernatural powers and conspiracies targeting Zuma as 'absolute rubbish,' emphasising his commitment to rational politics and transparency. In a candid and unfiltered tone, Shivambu also criticised certain party members for allegedly engaging in drug use and inappropriate behaviour, including tweeting late into the night. While he did not specify names, these remarks highlighted the internal tensions and moral concerns he claims are plaguing the organisation. Throughout his address, Shivambu vehemently denied any misuse of party funds during his tenure. 'I have never used party resources for personal travel or gain. All discussions around forming a new political entity are open and inclusive,' he insisted. Shivambu took a swipe at his former party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), calling it a 'cult' that lacks political integrity and ideology. He said no self-respecting person would join it. 'The EFF is a cult, I agree.' Shivambu's revelations come at a volatile time in South Africa's political sphere, where allegations of corruption and factionalism have become commonplace. The last straw was that he was not resigning from the MKP because it aligns with his political beliefs but he would open space for a new political party. IOL has reached out to the MKP for comment. IOL Politics
