The Word “Mfumo”
Means System.
Communities like Finetown in Johannesburg face real challenges — no jobs, poor service delivery, unsafe environments, and limited opportunities. Mfumo is built from this reality.
It is a citizen-led movement focused on bringing government closer to the people. Our goal: grow to 30% support from ordinary citizens through trust, honesty, and real connection.
Close to the People
Built from listening, experiencing, and understanding community realities.
Honest & Accountable
Transparent governance — no empty promises, only real solutions.
Work With Citizens
Not above the people, but alongside them at every step.
Real Solutions
Practical answers to unemployment, poor service delivery, and safety.

Officially Registered
Mfumo Political Party was officially established on Freedom Day, 27 April 2026 — a day that reminds us that true power belongs to the people.
Your Government, Closer to You
Mfumo's AI assistant helps you navigate government services — voter registration, SASSA grants, Home Affairs, and City of Johannesburg support. Instant help, no waiting.
Quick Access
Registration Weekend: 20–21 June 2026
Mfumo AI Assistant

Mr. Goodenough Kheswa
Founder & Party Leader
Leadership Rooted in Community
Mr. Goodenough Kheswa is an entrepreneur, NPO advocate, community ambassador, and accounting student. He stood for the people of Finetown during the City of Johannesburg Local Elections in 2021 — even during the height of COVID-19 — because communities cannot wait.
As PR & Ward Candidate for Finetown, Johannesburg, he brings direct lived experience of the challenges facing ordinary South Africans in Region G and across the City of Johannesburg.
Leadership Principles
Fuel the People's Movement
Every rand donated goes directly to ward-level campaigning, community meetings, and building the Mfumo movement across all 136 City of Johannesburg wards.