Where Is He Hiding Now? Nzama Suspects Phakelumthakathi Is Running Operations From Behind The Scene

A protest participant identified as Nzama has revealed that his attendance at the March and March demonstrations in Durban was prompted by a direct invitation from prominent activist Nkosikhona “Phakelumthakathi” Ndabandaba, who has since gone missing from the public frontlines.

Speaking amidst the gathering of demonstrators outside the Durban High Court on Friday, 30 October 2026, Nzama expressed growing confusion and suspicion over Ndabandaba’s sudden absence during critical moments of the protest action. Nzama noted that while Phakelumthakathi was instrumental in mobilizing groups and rallying participants ahead of the march, he was nowhere to be found as crowd tensions mounted and public order police formed security barricades around the judicial precinct.

Despite his unexpected absence from the main procession, Nzama suggested that Ndabandaba has not abandoned the demonstration entirely, but is likely coordinating activities away from the immediate gaze of law enforcement. He speculated that Phakelumthakathi remains actively involved behind the scenes, directing operational logistics, managing movement communications, and overseeing tactical decisions as the group continues its campaign.

Ndabandaba, a high-profile figure within local civic and traditional networks, has previously featured alongside movement founder Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma during major anti-immigration rallies across KwaZulu-Natal. His absence from the frontline comes as state security agencies enforce tight surveillance and public order interdicts against key organizers in the eThekwini central business district.

Nzama’s comments highlight the complex, decentralized operational structure of the March and March movement, where key organizers often pivot between public mobilization and backstage coordination. As demonstrator groups navigate court-ordered route restrictions, timeframes, and heavy security deployments leading up to the 4 November local government elections, questions surrounding leadership whereabouts reflect the intense pressure facing protest conveners on the ground.

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