The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) in KwaZulu-Natal says it is evident that the residents of KZN support the IFP’s decision to form a Government of Provincial Unity (GPU) in the province. This is after the party won seven of 12 wards in the by-elections.
The wards are Ward 10 of uMvoti Municipality in Greytown, Ward 10 of uMthonjaneni Municipality, Ward 15 of uPhongolo Municipality, Ward 11 of Nongoma Municipality, and Wards 2, 9, and 19 of uMzumbe Municipality in the South Coast of KZN.
IFP provincial deputy chairperson Ntandoyenkosi Shabalala said the GPU will ensure swift and effective service delivery that will put the citizens of KZN first.
He further said the party was overwhelmed with gratitude as it has gained a majority of wards that were previously controlled by the ANC.
“This significant victory for the Party affirms the continued trust the people of KZN have in the IFP’s leadership,” said Shabalala.
The IFP urged its seven newly-elected councillors to emulate the exemplary leadership of their late founder and President Emeritus, Inkosi Mangosuthu Buthelezi.
“Prince Buthelezi dedicated his life to the struggle for liberation and the provision of services and opportunities to the people of KwaZulu-Natal and South Africa at large. The IFP in KZN extends its heartfelt thanks to all its volunteers, constituency leaders, PEC members, NEC members and ground forces for their dedication in securing this victory,” said Shabalala.
Sunday Tribune