Mbali Ntuli resigns from DA in KZN

In a statement released on Thursday, Ntuli said the decision was necessary for her growth

“It is in that spirit that I, today, inform you that I have formally tendered my resignation as a member of the Democratic Alliance and member of the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature.

“My decision to do so was not one I came to lightly but one that is necessary for my growth as a community leader.”

Ntuli highlighted some challenges she faced in the party and how she stood against the “negative culture”.

“My colleagues in the DA know better than most the difficult and relentless challenges I have faced in the party, in part because so many have played out in the public domain, but also because our party (like any other organisation) is not immune to gossip.

“I have been forthright about instances where the DA has erred in its treatment of its members and the negative culture that is fostered within the organization - my opposition of which formed part of my year-long campaign for DA Leader in 2020.”

Ntuli added that she believes the current political system and parties do not make a difference.

“I still firmly believe that the current political system and existing political parties are not focused on making South Africa the equitable, just country it needs to be - they are simply not able to foster collaboration, innovation and organise to make a difference.

“I want to work with community leaders across South Africa to harness their potential to realise change. It is therefore time for me to take a break from formal politics to get back on the ground and to help real change makers make our country better.”

 SEE FULL LETTER BELOW: