DA in KZN looking forward to strengthening ties with IFP

ULUNDI - The Democratic Alliance (DA) in KwaZulu-Natal said it was looking forward to strengthening ties with the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP).

DA leaders in the province who form part of the government of unity joined the IFP for its 50th anniversary rally in Ulundi, northern KwaZulu-Natal.

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Thousands gathered at the Prince Mangosuthu Stadium for the celebration.

The Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Stadium in Ulundi was packed to capacity with IFP supporters as the party marked its 50th-anniversary celebration.

The DA in KwaZulu-Natal joined the festivities.

Chairperson Dean Macpherson said they were there to pay tribute to the IFP's late founder, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi.

"The DA is glad to be here in Ulundi to celebrate the IFP's 50th anniversary and to pay tribute to its founding leader, the late Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. The DA and IFP have a long history of working together, and so it’s only fitting that we are here to celebrate with them and to wish them well for the next 50 years. We, of course, work well in the Government of Provincial Unity and Government of National Unity."

Both parties are already working together in a number of municipalities in the province, including the north coast economic hub, uMhlathuze Local Municipality.