Mayibuye Afrika Movement Victory – Floyd Shivambu addressing the media in Midrand, Johannesburg. Image: The South African.
(The Post News)– The president of the newly launched political party, Floyd Shivambu, has boldly declared that the Mayibuye Afrika Movement will secure both the 2026 local government elections and the 2029 general elections.
Speaking at a packed media briefing in Midrand, Johannesburg, Shivambu made it clear that this is not a half-hearted entry into politics; it’s a full-scale campaign to take control of local and national governance.
Shivambu’s words were as strategic as they were confident. He confirmed that they have previously complied with all of the requirements of the Electoral Commission Act of 1996 due to their awareness and forethought. According to the act, the Afrika Mayibuye Movement is officially recognized as a political party.
This official registration means the party is fully prepared to compete in every ward in the upcoming elections. Shivambu added that they are recognized as a political party with a certificate. Thus, the Afrika Mayibuye Movement will have the ability to strategically run for office.
Internal analysts within the movement believe that this readiness gives them a strong head start over rivals who are still strategizing for 2026.
Shivambu Aims to Win All Municipalities
Central to the Mayibuye Afrika Movement victory message is an ambitious plan: to contest every ward and win every municipality. Shivambu declared that in the local government elections scheduled for 2026, they plan to run in every ward and win.
This bold commitment has been interpreted as a direct challenge to the African National Congress (ANC) and the Democratic Alliance (DA), both of whom dominate municipal governance across South Africa. Political commentators suggest that the emergence of the Mayibuye Afrika Movement could disrupt the traditional two-party dominance and offer voters a third, potentially game-changing choice.
While many new political parties fizzle out after one election cycle, Shivambu has positioned the party as a long-term project. He emphasized the Mayibuye Afrika Movement is laying a solid basis for a resounding win in the general elections of 2029, not just for the 2026 local elections. According to Shivambu, the use of the word “movement” is deliberate. He wants citizens to see this as a broader call for change, not merely a political party looking for seats.
If successful, the Mayibuye Afrika Movement victory could reshape the country’s political and economic landscape. With its focus on grassroots mobilization and community participation, the party promises to prioritize service delivery, job creation, and restoring faith in public institutions.
The bottom line is Shivambu has set the tone for a high-stakes political battle. The Mayibuye Afrika Movement Victory campaign is not just talk; it is backed by formal registration, a detailed plan to contest all wards, and a long-term vision stretching into 2029. Whether they can deliver on their ambitious promises remains to be seen, but their entry has certainly energized South Africa’s political scene.
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