Zandile Dabula has reportedly resigned as president and member of Operation Dudula, in a move that has sparked debate about the future direction of the organisation. Reports indicate that Dabula cited internal divisions and organisational challenges as reasons for stepping down.
Her resignation comes at a crucial time for Operation Dudula, particularly after the movement’s decision to transition from being a civic movement into a political party ahead of the 2026 local government elections.
According to reports, some leaders within Operation Dudula are unhappy with the decision to become a political party, arguing that the move may have been taken too quickly. Some believe the organisation would have been more effective had it remained a civic movement focused on activism and community mobilisation rather than electoral politics.
Operation Dudula has become widely known for its campaigns against undocumented immigration and community protests across South Africa. However, Dabula’s departure is now raising questions about the movement’s leadership and political future.
