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UDM condolences with scholar transport accident in Carletonville
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement It is with profound sadness that the United Democratic Movement (UDM) extends its heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and communities affected by the [...]
UDM’s SG Yongama Zigebe is sworn in as Jo’burg City Councillor
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement Today at twelve noon, the United Democratic Movement (UDM) Secretary General, Mr Yongama Zigebe, was sworn in as a PR councillor in the [...]
UDM welcomes announcement of new cabinet and congratulates President Holomisa on appointment as Deputy Minister of Defence
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) welcomes the announcement of the new cabinet by President Cyril Ramaphosa. We place our hopes in this Government [...]
National Dialogue should be all inclusive
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, President of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted that the Thabo Mbeki Foundation, along with eight other entities, are hosting a press conference today, 27 June, [...]
Confirmation of kidnapping and rescue of UDM Deputy President
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, President of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) would like to confirm that its Deputy President, Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, MP, was kidnapped today on his way to Cape Town [...]
An Open Letter to the 7th Parliament and Administration: A Call to eradication of Pit Latrines in our Rural Schools
c/o Mr Xolile George Secretary to Parliament Parliament of the Republic of South Africa PO Box 15 Cape Town 8000 An Open Letter to the 7th Parliament and Administration: A Call to eradication of [...]
UDM welcomes ICJ ruling on Israel government military offensive in Rafah, Gaza
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) welcomes the ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) made on 24 May 2024. The ICJ ordered the [...]
Delivery of voting material for special votes: rigging of votes must be stopped
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, President of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted allegations, supported by video recordings, of voting materials and ballot papers being delivered under less-than-ideal circumstances to distribution [...]
Crisis at Home Affairs with the collection of ID documents: urgent intervention required
Mr MC Ramaphosa President of the Republic of South Africa Private Bag X1000 Pretoria 0001 Dear Mr President Crisis at Home Affairs with the collection of ID documents: urgent intervention required 1. Special voting starts [...]
UDM Election Manifesto 2024 – #CorruptionDestroysOurFreedom
Get a PDF/printable version of the UDM manifesto by clicking here Get the easy to understand, succinct Daily Maverick summary of the UDM manifesto here, by clicking here [...]
The 10 Point Plan – A Manifesto for the Eastern Cape
Click here of for a downloadable copy of the UDM's Ten Point Plan in PDF format. 1. Provincial Government of Unity The proposal for a provincial model of the Government of National Unity (GNU) [...]
UDEMWO on Family Day 2024; the South African family nucleus is under threat
Media Statement Article by Thandi Nontenja, UDEMWO Secretary General As we reflect on International Day of Families, on 15 May 2024, the United Democratic Movement Women’s Organisation (UDEMWO) remains concerned about this nucleus unit [...]
Bhisho’s blatant lies about delivery of education to Eastern Cape learners
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, President of the United Democratic Movement In five separate cases before the Eastern Cape High Court, Justice J Brooks delivered a harsh judgement against the Eastern Cape Premier, the MEC [...]
The hypocrisy of a miraculous bout of service delivery, no loadshedding and handovers
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) and many South Africans have observed a sudden flurry of activity from the African National Congress (ANC) in [...]
UDEMWO: Criminal justice system moves at a frustratingly slow pace in prosecuting perpetrators of gender-based violence, prolonging the anguish for victims
Opinion Article by Thandi Nontenja, UDEMWO Secretary General The United Democratic Movement Women’s Organisation (UDEMWO) remains unceasingly appalled by the slowness of the criminal justice system to prosecute perpetrators. Justice delayed is justice denied. [...]
Recent student deaths by poisoning; UDM calls for urgent action to address mental health at schools
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) is deeply concerned about the recent tragedies involving the deaths of school children. The deaths of five children due [...]
UDM Eastern Cape welcomes release of President Bantu Holomisa’s Ten Point Plan for the Province
Statement by Bulelani Bobotyane, Provincial Deputy Secretary of the UDM in the Eastern Cape The United Democratic Movement (UDM) in the Eastern Cape announced that our nominee for the Premier Candidate of this province, is [...]
Release of the UDM’s Ten Point Plan for the Eastern Cape: Speaking notes for Mr Bantu Holomisa, MP
Speaking notes for Mr Bantu Holomisa, MP and President of the United Democratic Movement at the Release of the UDM’s Ten Point Plan for the Eastern Cape10 May 2024 at the Gompo Hall in Duncan [...]
Femicide hits close to home as a UDM intern is murdered by her boyfriend
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has had the most tragic first-hand experience of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) as an intern, Ms Trasifina Siphesihle [...]
Condolences with George Building Collapse Tragedy
Statement by Bongani Maqungwana, UDM NEC Member for the Western Cape The United Democratic Movement (UDM) extends our heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the construction workers who tragically lost their lives in [...]
Burning of the flag is the same as stealing from the people through corruption; in fact, the latter is even worse
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has taken note of the uproar sparked by the Democratic Alliance's (DA) controversial advertisement featuring the burning of the [...]
Treatment of Zolani Njiva by the City of Cape Town Traffic Services: a case study of the treatment of the taxi industry in Cape Town and whether the City is wilfully killing the industry
Mr Geordin Hill-Lewis Executive Mayor of the City of Cape Town Private Bag X9181 Cape Town 8000 Dear Mayor Hill-Lewis Treatment of Zolani Njiva by the City of Cape Town Traffic Services: a case [...]
ICASA’s ability to handle the issues of network quality monitoring, traffic and tariff tracking and mobile device standards compliance, as well as failed completion of Bid ICASA 27-2022
Mr Mondli Gungubele Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Private Bag X921 Cape Town 8000 and Mr Enoch Godongwana Minister of Finance PO Box 29 Cape Town 8000 and Ms Tshiamo Maluleka-Disemelo Chief Executive Officer [...]
UDM Condemns the ANC Government in The Eastern Cape for Failing to Pay R120 Million to Scholar Transport Operators, Since January
Statement by Bulelani Bobotyane, Provincial Deputy Secretary of the UDM in the Eastern Cape The United Democratic Movement (UDM) in the Eastern Cape is once again dismayed by the Eastern Cape provincial government's irresponsible [...]
Embracing Diversity: making the LGBTQia+ community a priority
Opinion Article by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General One of the most significant achievements in South Africa's LGBTQia+ history is the legalisation of same-sex marriage in 2006, making it Africa's first country to do so. [...]
Mbeki and Ramaphosa have woken up to the UDM’s proposal for a National Dialogue
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, President of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted that former President Thabo Mbeki has embraced the UDM's proposal to convene a National Dialogue aimed at addressing [...]
Government is not doing right by SA postal workers as retrenchments appear inevitable
Statement by Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, UDM Deputy President and Chief Whip The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted, with concern, the potential retrenchment of nearly 5,000 Post Office employees. This follows a ruling by the Commission [...]
“30 Years of Democracy – Progress so far and Plans to Accelerate Implementation of Reforms” address by Mthunzi Mdwaba, UDM Gauteng Premier Candidate on behalf of Bantu Holomisa, MP
Speaking notes for Mthunzi Mdwaba, UDM Gauteng Premier Candidate on behalf of Bantu Holomisa, MP and President of the UDM at the Black Business Council’s Annual Black Business Summit “30 Years of Democracy – [...]
Worker’s Day 2024: Fighting For Workers and The Unemployed. Who Needs It More
Statement by Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, UDM Deputy President and Chief Whip Worker's Day carries a profound historical significance, rooted in the struggle of the working class against exploitative labour practices. Prior to the era of [...]
UDM’s Bantu Holomisa avails himself for Eastern Cape Premiership after much pressure
Media Statement by Mr Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, MP and UDM Deputy President and Chief Whip At a Prayer Day in Gqeberha, today, United Democratic Movement (UDM) President Bantu Holomisa announced that he, in principle, has [...]
Bantu Holomisa speaks at a Prayer Day in conjunction with Ilizwi FM on Freedom Day 2024
Check against delivery UDM Deputy President, Nqabayomzi Kwankwa Reverends Mzukisi Faleni and Zamani Sikhuphela Leaders of other Faith-based Organisations Provincial Leadership of the UDM in the Eastern Cape Our hosts, the Regional Leadership of [...]
Freedom Day 2024: next step? Freedom from poverty, joblessness, loadshedding and watershedding
Media Statement by Mr Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement On 27 April, South Africans celebrate the journey to freedom and democracy, marking a pivotal moment in our nation's history. It signifies [...]
UDM in KwaZulu-Natal expresses shock at allegations of blatant corruption at the Endumeni Local Municipality funding IFP election campaigns
Media Statement by Cllr Remington Mazibuko, Provincial Chairperson of the UDM in KwaZulu Natal This morning a large convoy of taxis from the Local Taxi Association blocked the Endumeni Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal’s entrance to [...]
More than two weeks into the second school term, yet the Western Cape Department of Education fails to place learners in school
Media Statement by Mr Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted the action taken by Equal Education and the Equal Education Law Centre to launch an [...]
Sea of applicants arrive for community to register for Gqeberha EPWP cleaning and gardening services jobs
The United Democratic Movement (UDM) had noted the social media posts of the scenes at the Gqeberha City Hall yesterday, where thousands of young hopefuls pitched to register for an Expanded Public Works Programme [...]
Bantu Holomisa met the forgotten South Africans who live on the West Rand
Media Statement by Mr Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement Citizens residing in the West Rand warmly received United Democratic Movement (UDM) President, Bantu Holomisa, MP, today as he made campaign stops [...]
Various allegations of impropriety and corruption against the Chief Financial Officer and the Executive Mayor of the Alfred Nzo District Municipality in the Eastern Cape
Mr Z Williams Eastern Cape MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Private Bag X0026 Bhisho 5605 and Cllr S Mehlomakulu Speaker of the Alfred Nzo District Municipality Private Bag x 511 EmaXesibeni 4735 [...]
Free to protest, but why are South Africans burning down the house whilst dodging rubber bullets?
Opinion Piece by Mr Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement During the apartheid era, South Africans lacked the freedom to protest and express their views as they do today. This liberty and [...]
Bantu Holomisa meets and greets Jo’burgers of various walks of life: shocking conditions at Motsoaledi and Nomzamo
Media Statement by Mr Yongama Zigebe, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement United Democratic Movement (UDM) President, Bantu Holomisa, MP, engaged with ordinary South Africans today on the bustling streets of Johannesburg. Amidst [...]
Earth Day 2024: flowers blooming all over South Africa. Do we need plastic bags?
Media Statement by Mr Bantu Holomisa, MP and President of the United Democratic Movement Tomorrow is Earth Day, when we raise awareness about environmental concerns, such as deforestation, climate change, pollution, and overconsumption of [...]
Condolences on the passing away of Motsoko Pheko
Media Statement By Mr Bantu Holomisa, MP and President of the United Democratic Movement The United Democratic Movement (UDM) offers our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and the Pan Africanist Congress of [...]
Tens of thousands of unemployed teachers and SA doctors; yet our schools and hospitals lack professionals
Media Statement by Mr Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, MP, UDM Deputy President and Chief Whip Recently, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, Gauteng's MEC for Health and Wellness, disclosed that the department allocates R14.3 million annually to employ eleven Cuban doctors [...]
UDEMWO: Nestlé, why do you dump sugar into our babies?
Media Statement by Ms Thandi Nontenja, Secretary General of the United Democratic Movement Women’s Organisation Nestlé, the multinational food and beverage giant, is apparently selling baby food containing added sugar in low- and middle-income [...]
Joburg’s water woes: another Constitutional and Human Rights breach!
Media statement by Professor Mthunzi Mdwaba, UDM Candidate for Premier in Gauteng The United Democratic Movement (UDM) expresses grave concern over the current City of Johannesburg failure to uphold the constitutional right to safe [...]
UDM in Nelson Mandela Bay welcomes Volkswagen announcement of R4bn investment in Kariega plant
Statement by Cllr Luxolo Namette, Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality The United Democratic Movement (UDM) welcomes the recent announcement by Volkswagen Group Africa regarding its R4 billion investment in its manufacturing plant located in Kariega, [...]
Electoral Court’s decision on ASA, OD, CIP, DoP and ISANCO
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, UDM President The United Democratic Movement (UDM) acknowledges the recent decision by the Electoral Court, which resulted in Arise South Africa (ASA), Operation Dudula (OD), Cape Independence Party (CIP), Defenders of [...]
Matters that have been raised with Presidency: the plight of South Africa’s creatives in relation to the Copyright Amendment Bill and Performers Rights Amendment Bill as well as the status of the SATBVC pensioners case
Mr MC Ramaphosa President of the Republic of South Africa Private Bag X1000 Pretoria 0001 Dear Mr President Matters that have been raised with your office: the plight of South Africa’s creatives in relation [...]
Government fails to deliver services to Mahikeng residents and then turns on them
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General The residents in Mahikeng, in the North West, have expressed their dissatisfaction with the lack of service delivery in the only way they know how, to make government [...]
UDEMWO: Schools are no longer safe havens of learning
Statement by Thandi Nontenja, UDEMWO Secretary General The United Democratic Movement Women’s Organisation (UDEMWO) is disgusted by, yet another report of a teacher accused of sexual abuse of a learner by a teacher, this [...]
Margate storm: SA needs better preparedness for natural disasters
The United Democratic Movement (UDM) is deeply saddened by the tragic event that unfolded in Margate, KwaZulu-Natal, following the recent severe storm. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families and loved ones of the [...]
UDEMWO: The forgotten elderly: 72-year old woman murdered for stokvel money
Statement by Thandi Nontenja, UDEMWO Secretary General The United Democratic Movement Women’s Organisation (UDEMWO) is saddened and shocked by the gruesome inhumane murder of Nomvula Solani, a 72-year-old woman, allegedly killed by her two [...]
Letter to Secretary of Parliament: Allegations in regard to a Transnet tugboats tender, the disposal of Viamax and the Public Protector/KPMG forensic investigation
Mr Xolile George Office of the Secretary to Parliament Parliament of the Republic of South Africa PO Box 15 Cape Town 8000 Dear Mr George Request for the submission of a matter to the [...]
Letter to Public Protector: allegations in regard to a Transnet tugboats tender, the disposal of Viamax and the Public Protector/KPMG forensic investigation
20240417_Replying Affidavit Sharma Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka Public Protector South Africa Private Bag X677 Pretoria 0001 Dear Advocate Gcaleka Registration of a complaint with the Public Protector about allegations in regard [...]
The nagging problem that is NSFAS; students deserve much better
By Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General Now that the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is under administration, the United Democratic Movement (UDM) believes that there is a dire need to find a new approach [...]
Western Cape shack fires: an annual tragedy waiting to happen
Statement by Bongani Maqungwana UDM NEC Member The United Democratic Movement (UDM) extends heartfelt condolences to the friends and families of the six individuals who tragically lost their lives in two separate fires in [...]
The police aren’t doing their job, but communities cannot take the law into their own hands
Statement by Mlindeni Sibango, UDM Spokesperson on Safety, Security and Defence The United Democratic Movement (UDM) condemns in the strongest terms two recent incidents where South African communities resorted to brutal acts of violence against [...]
Government SA Post Office fails retrenched workers with delayed, partial, payments
Statement by Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, UDM Deputy President and Chief Whip The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted that retrenched South African Post Office (SAPO) workers had expressed disappointment with the entity, government, and their union [...]
Western Cape storms: relief packages cannot come soon enough to the poor
Statement by Bongani Maqungwana NEC Member UDM The United Democratic Movement (UDM) supports the notion of providing national assistance to provinces affected by natural disasters, as seen in the recent devastating storm and flash floods [...]
MKP urgent appeal ConCourt: what is going on at the IEC?
The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted that the Electoral Commission (IEC) has urgently approached the Constitutional Court (ConCourt) to appeal the Electoral Court's ruling. We predicted that this would happen. The Electoral Court had [...]
Corporal punishment in schools: call to learners to come forward
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General The United Democratic Movement (UDM) welcomes the ruling of the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) in Bloemfontein regarding the case involving the South African Council of Educators. This [...]
Prof Mthunzi Mdwaba is the UDM’s Premier Candidate in Gauteng
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has announced Professor Mthunzi Perry-Mason Mdwaba as its Premier Candidate for Gauteng. A rural boy, proud father and grandfather, endurance sportsman, serial entrepreneur, [...]
Creatives/Artists Rights and Local Content in South Africa
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, UDM President It marks over a month since our open letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa 7 March 2024 relating to the Copyright Amendment Bill and the Performers Protection and Rights [...]
South Africa’s water crisis: a need for reliable governance
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, UDM President It struck us this morning why the government is good at certain tasks, terrible at others. Take stopping the amount of purified water that is leaking from South [...]
Child trafficking, kidnapping, murder and rape: South Africa’s children are easy targets for predators
UDEMWO Joslin Smith, Kai-isha Meniers, Linathi Titshala, Lunamandla Sithonga and Ivakele Imvano; our missing children. Whilst little Joslin has been front and centre of our minds and prayers, Western Cape Missing Persons called [...]
Nxesi’s Labour Activation Programme places the UIF beneficiaries’ security in jeopardy: the whole premise is off
Statement by Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, UDM Deputy President and Chief Whip Tomorrow's Phase 1, the provincial rollout in Gauteng, of Employment and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi’s pet project, the Labour Activation Programme (LAP) and the [...]
The conundrum of Cele’s “hard-core” reaction to “hard-core” criminals
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General With the Marianhill deadly gun-battle between police and suspected criminals fresh in our memories, the United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted what Minister of Police Bheki Cele [...]
Mapisa-Nqakula should have presented herself to the police from Day 1
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, UDM President The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted that the former Speaker of the National Assembly, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, has at last handed herself over to police at the Lyttelton [...]
Condolences with the passing of Luke Fleurs
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, UDM President South Africa mourns the loss of a promising talent whose career was cut short far too soon. Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and loved ones during [...]
Women drowning in debt: Come 29 May, government must do more for South African women
United Democratic Women's Organisation In the 30 years since the dawn of our true democracy, South Africa has witnessed some political transformation and systemic changes. However, the journey towards social and economic transformation [...]
Cost-of-living crisis looming for South Africa? 30 years of ANC economic mismanagement is the cause
Statement by Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, UDM Deputy President and Chief Whip In February this year National Treasury said that household consumption remained under significant pressure with little or no relief in the short term. This is [...]
The Speaker must present herself to the police right now
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, UDM President “The United Democratic Movement (UDM) welcomes the decision of the Pretoria High Court on the urgent application filed by National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula.” Holomisa said as soon as [...]
ANC is all tapped out: South African water service delivery and infrastructure in dire straights
“Looking at the water infrastructure crises in South Africa, the ANC has been asleep at the wheel for three decades.” Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General So, Deputy President Paul Mashatile tells us he has [...]
Lives lost in recent mass shootings: South Africa’s gun violence is spiralling out of control
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General The United Democratic Movement (UDM) is distraught by the recent tragic events in Imizamo Yethu township in Hout Bay resulting in the loss of seven lives, with [...]
Condolences with the families of the victims of horror bus crash en route to Moria
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General The annual Easter pilgrimage to Moria is a time-honoured institution that sees thousands upon thousands of people, from near and far, take to the roads to commemorate [...]
UDM message for Easter Weekend 2024
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General The United Democratic Movement (UDM) extends heartfelt greetings to individuals of all faiths who will be observing this significant holiday. Easter holds deep spiritual meaning for Christians [...]
Wildlife economy: what’s an ANC promise worth?
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, UDM President A promise made by the African National Congress (ANC) has the life expectancy of a soap bubble. It floats around for a few seconds, looks good at the [...]
Bantu Holomisa spent Human Rights Day with Amadiba Communities in Bizana
United Democratic Movement President, Bantu Holomisa, MP spent Human Rights Day with the Amadiba Community in Bizana. “As I reflect on Human Rights Day, I think of the human rights abuses that [...]
Human Right Day 2024
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General The United Democratic Movement (UDM) commemorates Human Rights Day in South Africa, it is imperative to reflect on our journey, acknowledging strides made while confronting persistent challenges. [...]
Response to the Copyright Amendment Bill and Performers Rights Amendment Bill
Mr MC Ramaphosa President of the Republic of South Africa Private Bag X1000 Pretoria 0001 Dear Mr President Response to the Copyright Amendment Bill and Performers Rights Amendment Bill 1. Let me start by congratulating [...]
Bulldozing Electoral Matters Amendment Bill through Parliament is cruel and sounds the death knell for democracy in South Africa
Mr MC Ramaphosa President of the Republic of South Africa Private Bag X1000 Pretoria 0001 Dear Mr President Bulldozing Electoral Matters Amendment Bill through Parliament is cruel and sounds the death knell for democracy in [...]
A pivotal moment in South African history, UDM launched its 2024 manifesto
In what is anticipated to be a pivotal moment in South Africa's history, the UDM has officially launched its manifesto for the 2024 Elections. With the goal of breaking the decades-long dominance of the [...]
Bantu Holomisa Keynote at the UDM’s 2024 Elections Manifesto Launch
Speech by Bantu Holomisa, MP and President of the United Democratic Movement at the UDM Manifesto launch of the 2024 National and Provincial Elections at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Gauteng Check against [...]
The power of the people is greater than the people in power
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, UDM President Now that we know the date of the coming National and Provincial elections, we have to focus on one other overriding truth: The power of the people is greater [...]
South Africans must seize the moment for transformation in the 2024 General Elections
The United Democratic Movement (UDM) welcomes President Cyril Ramaphosa's declaration of May 29, 2024, as the scheduled date for the forthcoming general elections. This pivotal juncture in our nation's narrative stands as an unparalleled opportunity [...]
UDM welcomes Prof Mthunzi Mdwaba, Maj Gen Mlindeni Sibango, and Ms Pat Ndleleni
Statement by Bantu Holomisa, UDM President The United Democratic Movement (UDM) is happy to announce that several prominent South Africans have joined our ranks, ready to tackle the forthcoming National and Provincial Elections and [...]
Holomisa at the UDM Volunteers’ Training Workshop (Western Cape)
Speech by Bantu Holomisa, MP and President of the United Democratic Movement at a UDM Volunteers’ Training Workshop at the OR Tambo Hall in Khayelitsha Check against delivery UDM National Leadership Provincial Leadership of the UDM [...]
Debate on President’s State-of-the-nation Address
Speech by Bantu Holomisa, MP and President of the United Democratic Movement in the National Assembly (City Hall) Debate on President’s State-of-the-nation Address Check against delivery Mr President Honourable Speaker Honourable Ministers and Deputy Ministers [...]
UDM welcomes ICJ ruling as a step towards justice, human rights, and freedom
The United Democratic Movement (UDM) welcomes the recent ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the Israel-Palestine conflict as a significant stride towards justice, human rights, and freedom in the region. ICJ ruled [...]
Condolences from the UDM on the Passing of Renowned Broadcaster KCi Mthobeli August
Statement by Yongama Zigebe, UDM Secretary General It is with great and deep sorrow and a heavy heart that the United Democratic Movement (UDM) extends its heartfelt condolences on the passing of KCi Mthobeli August, [...]
Damning report on judicial corruption in South Africa purportedly drafted by resigned Director-General for State Security
Mr Jerome Joseph Maake, MP Joint Standing Committee on Intelligence Parliament of the Republic of South Africa PO Box 15 Cape Town 0008 Dear Mr Maake Damning report on judicial corruption in South Africa purportedly [...]
SA Reserve Bank should be mandated to do more
The United Democratic Movement (UDM) notes the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) decision to keep interest rates unchanged. We however believe that the SARB should be mandated to do more to act in the [...]
The ANC has no regard of our Constitution, office of the Chief Justice, and our citizens
The United Democratic Movement (UDM) is calling all courageous South Africans who care about the future generations of this country to present the African National Congress (ANC) with the full picture in the upcoming [...]
Open letter: My fellow South Africans, our beloved nation is at a CROSSROADS
Note to editors: Herewith the soundbite by UDM SG, Yongama Zigebe, who issued the open letter My fellow South Africans, I write to you with a sense of urgency and optimism for a better future. [...]