On 19 September 2025, the Economic Freedom Fighters Govan Mbeki Subregion hed Red Friday with a community clean-up at Lamani Primary School, Ward 17, in Gqeberha (Nelson Mandela Bay). Members cleaned the school toilets to improve hygiene and restore dignity for learners.
What Happened
EFF members arrived at Lamani Primary School early Friday morning to carry out a cleaning campaign focused on the school’s ablution facilities. The initiative aimed to promote hygiene and restore dignity for pupils who rely on the facilities daily.
The activity forms part of the EFF’s broader Red Friday programme, which is used to connect directly with communities through acts of service.
Official Response
EFF representatives said the clean-up was a demonstration of the party’s values.
“Our goal is to show that politics is not only about speeches but about action. Restoring dignity for learners means starting with the basics, safe, clean toilets,” said a local EFF organiser during the campaign.
Community Impact
Parents and staff at Lamani Primary welcomed the gesture, describing it as a much-needed intervention. “The toilets were in bad condition. What the EFF did today has made a difference for our children,” said one parent.
The event also sparked conversation in the community about the importance of maintaining school infrastructure and the role political organisations can play in local development.
FAQ
What is Red Friday?
Red Friday is an EFF tradition where members engage in community service and mobilisation activities every Friday.
Will the school receive ongoing support?
The EFF indicated it plans to continue such interventions, though long-term maintenance remains the responsibility of the municipality and the Department of Education.
