Zandile Dabula
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Zandile Dabula | |
|---|---|
| Occupations | Activist, political organiser |
| Years active | 2021–present |
| Organization | Operation Dudula |
| Known for | Leader of Operation Dudula |
Zandile Dabula is an activist and political figure best known as the leader of Operation Dudula, a nationalist and anti-immigration movement in South Africa.[1] She became publicly known in 2023 following her appointment as the movement's national leader after its founder, Nhlanhla “Lux” Dlamini.[1]
Leadership of Operation Dudula
Under Dabula's leadership, the movement expanded its operations across multiple provinces, including Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape.[4] The group has been targeting mostly African black foreigners, including those well documented.[1]
Operation Dudula formally registered as a political movement under her leadership, with its intent to contest future national and municipal elections.[1]
Policies and activities
The organisation's campaigns have included demonstrations outside government offices, hospitals, and schools. Its members have demanded stricter immigration controls, the deportation of documented and undocumented migrants, and reforms to social welfare allocation.
Dabula has stated that the group supports lawful and peaceful action but has been criticised by civil society organisations and human rights groups for allegedly promoting xenophobia and vigilantism.[1]