Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma Mocks EFF Over Disappointing Election Results

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma has taken a swipe at the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) following comments by the party’s secretary-general, Marshall Dlamini, about its performance in the 2026 local government elections.

Dlamini said the EFF had been fully prepared for the elections but expressed disappointment with the results emerging so far.

The party’s leadership had entered the electoral contest hoping to translate its preparations and campaign efforts into stronger support at the polls. However, the figures being reported have apparently fallen short of its expectations, prompting Dlamini to acknowledge the party’s disappointment.

Reacting to the comments, Ngobese-Zuma responded with a sarcastic remark, writing: “According to @zizipho50 She knows better,” followed by several laughing emojis.

Her response appeared to be a dig at the EFF and its supporters, although she did not explain the specific reference to Zizipho50 or provide further details about the person she was referring to.

The exchange has added another political reaction to the discussions surrounding the EFF’s performance in the local government elections.

The party has been an established player in South African politics since its formation in 2013, with its electoral support and performance regularly attracting attention during national and local elections.

Dlamini’s remarks suggest that the party is not satisfied with the results emerging from the current contest, despite its preparations ahead of election day.

Ngobese-Zuma’s reaction, meanwhile, reflects the political mockery that often follows when parties fail to meet their electoral expectations.

As counting and the announcement of results continue, the final figures will provide a clearer picture of the EFF’s performance and whether the party managed to secure the level of support it had anticipated.

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