EFF celebrates 12th anniversary with 'Festival of the Poor' rally in Khayelitsha
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) will today, July 26, mark their 12th anniversary with a major rally in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, under the theme 'Festival of the Poor.'
The celebration was initially scheduled for Mthatha in the Eastern Cape but was relocated following devastating floods in the region.
EFF leadership, together with King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo, visited the flood-affected communities of Phola Park, Dekolweni, and Bambanani, offering relief and engaging directly with residents.
'This is how leadership must respond in times of crisis—not through press releases, but by physically being present with the people,' the party said.
The anniversary rally will be held at the same venue where the ANC gave its January 8th Statement earlier this year, showing the EFF's growing influence in traditional ANC areas.
While the Western Cape remains dominated by the DA, the EFF will use this event to spotlight the ongoing racial and spatial inequalities affecting the province's communities..
A custom-built 10,000-capacity dome in Khayelitsha will host the celebration, which the EFF says includes essential amenities and is ready to accommodate thousands of Fighters, supporters, and community members from Site B, Site C, TR Section, Nyanga, Gugulethu, Delft, and Belhar.
'This will not just be an event—it will be a Festival of the Poor, a moment to reflect on 12 years of struggle, survival, growth, and victories,' the party added.
'The chosen venue of Khayelitsha is significant,' said EFF spokesperson Sinawo Thambo.
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