EFF gears up for third National People's Assembly to shape leadership and drive revolutionary agenda

As the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) gears up for their Third National People's Assembly (NPA), the party reflects on its current position while setting its sights on new strategies to drive its revolutionary agenda into 2025. 

The assembly, scheduled for December 12 to 15 at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg, will be a defining moment for the movement as it elects new leadership and adopts resolutions for the next five years.

EFF spokesperson Leigh-Ann Mathys expressed the significance of the event, emphasising its democratic nature and the importance of the decisions to be made.

“The National People's Assembly is a democratic and inclusive process to shape the future of our movement. We will select leaders who are committed, capable, and ready to carry the movement forward with dedication. The resolutions and strategies formulated here will focus on advancing economic freedom for all,” she said.

Mathys further outlined the EFF’s vision for the coming year, describing how the party intends to address South Africa’s critical socio-economic challenges. 

“As we look toward 2025, the EFF is clear on our mission to continue advancing the struggle for economic justice, land reform, and the upliftment of the poor and marginalised. 

'In the coming year, we will remain focused on expanding our electoral base, solidifying our presence in communities, and ensuring that our revolutionary message reaches every corner of South Africa,” she added

The EFF's focus extends beyond its internal organisation, Mathys said.

The party is determined to hold the Government of National Unity (GNU) accountable and challenge policies it views as insufficient for addressing the needs of South Africans. 

Mathys stressed this commitment, saying, “In Parliament, the EFF will continue to be a vocal and uncompromising force, holding the GNU accountable for its failures and policies that fail to address the real needs of South Africans. We will demand transparency, integrity, and concrete actions to fight corruption and improve service delivery.”

With its bold rhetoric and grassroots mobilisation, Mathys said the EFF aims to strengthen its appeal among youth, workers, and disenfranchised communities, 

“We are confident that the decisions made at this conference will pave the way for the continued strength and success of our movement.”

The assembly represents both a reflection on the EFF’s journey since its founding in 2013 and a stepping stone toward its ambitious goal of achieving economic freedom in South Africa. 

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