National Freedom Party
Following the failed December 15 bid to oust the KwaZulu-Natal government—as detailed in the first article of this series—the National Freedom Party (NFP) held a January 9 press conference in Durban. Leaders clarified their opposition stance, suspended defiant MPL Mbali Shinga, and highlighted grievances against GPU partners amid ongoing coalition tensions.
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Following the chaotic failed motion of no confidence against Premier Thami Ntuli on 15 December 2025—as detailed in the first article of this series—KwaZulu-Natal Social Development MEC Mbali Shinga emerged as the pivotal figure. Her vote preserved the Government of Provincial Unity's majority, despite internal NFP turmoil and personal threats.