Watch| Blade Nzimande Questions Ndlozi’s Presence In EFF: “When Are You Leaving”

During a parliamentary debate on Wednesday, the air was thick with tension as Minister of Science and Innovation Blade Nzimande posed a pointed question to EFF MP Mbuyiseni Ndlozi: “When are you leaving?”

This inquiry came in the wake of several high-profile resignations from the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), raising significant questions about the party’s future and stability within the parliament.

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The Context of the Question

Ndlozi had challenged ANC MP Tsakani Shiviti, who read a prepared question in parliament and then repeated it as a follow-up question. Ndlozi questioned why she had not challenged the minister with a new follow-up question.

“With respect, honourable deputy speaker, the honourable member read the original question again. Literally, word by word. She doesn’t have a follow-up. It is wrong we are not taking parliament seriously,” Ndlozi said, sparking reactions from other MPs who viewed his behaviour as petty.

Nzimande responded: “You are sitting at a wrong place, that is why you are asking the wrong questions. You should have long time left, you should not be there. When are you leaving?”

EFF MP Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi was asked to take a seat after raising a point of order.

“You are sitting in the wrong place, that’s why you’re asking things we don’t know about, when are you leaving?” – Dr Blade Nzimande pic.twitter.com/jGi7Zdu73f

— News Live SA (@newslivesa) October 24, 2024

Nzimande’s remarks are not without context, as the EFF has seen a series of high-profile resignations from its ranks, including notable figures such as Floyd Shivambu and Mzwanele Manyi.

Implications for the EFF and Future Directions

Ndlozi did not immediately respond to the minister but simply smiled and read the parliament rules book.

“Rule 142 section 6 says a supplementary question must arise from the original question. There is a definition of supplementary question, I request with you, speaker, to be consistent with the rules as we move on it is out of order for a member to stand in the opportunity for a supplementary question and read the original question. You should have ruled that out of order.”

Niyaohupha nina. Here is Ndlozi’s follow up and he didn’t even bother stooping to Blade’s level. 🤣 pic.twitter.com/LyfDs9k51C

— The Duke of Orlando II (@Mkay_1937) October 24, 2024

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As the party prepares for its third National People’s Assembly slated for December, questions about leadership stability and decision-making processes have become paramount.

The EFF continues to be in the limelight, particularly with Julius Malema poised for re-election, despite the evident leadership shake-ups.