South AfricaNational Assembly (lower house)uMkhonto weSizweGauteng · Gauteng constituencyMember of the National Assembly of South Africa
Zelna Abader
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Zelna Saira Abader is a South African politician currently serving as a member of the National Assembly of South Africa, representing the Gauteng constituency for the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party. Elected in the 2024 general election, she serves on the Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements and has held the position of whip for the Peace and Security Cluster within her party's caucus. Abader has been vocal in her criticism of housing project management and has expressed controversial views regarding international foreign policy. She is noted for her advocacy of the party's diverse appeal beyond traditional regional bases.
