Corruption-accused former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede has joined the MK Party after being appointed its KwaZulu-Natal deputy convener. The move gives Jacob Zuma's party one of Durban's most recognisable political figures ahead of the 2026 local government elections, while Gumede continues to stand trial over the controversial R320 million Durban Solid Waste tender.

Former Ethekwini mayor avoids revealing her reasons for switch of allegiance from ANC

Corruption-accused former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede has found a new political home, with the MK Party naming her its KwaZulu-Natal deputy convener on Monday.