Julius Malema

“I’m not afraid of prison or death” – Malema

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, says he will not be threatened into changing his political beliefs, even if he faces the prospect of imprisonment. Malema appeared in the East London High Court today for pre-sentencing in his firearm discharge case. The EFF leader faces multiple charges, including possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, discharging a firearm in a built-up area and recklessly endangering people and property. He […]

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Madlanga Commission | Witness claims Sibiya has close ties to Malema

Witness A at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has made explosive allegations, linking suspended Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya to EFF leader Julius Malema. According to the witness, General Richard Shibiri, head of the police’s Organised Crime Unit, told him that Sibiya is a close friend of Malema. Witness A has been providing his version of events surrounding the arrest of businessman Katiso "KT" Molefe, who was recently granted bail […]

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“Going to prison or facing death is a badge of honour,” says Malema

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, says he will appeal the East London Magistrates’ Court ruling that found him guilty of firing a gun at a 2018 rally, along with other related charges. The conviction carries a potential maximum sentence of 15 years in prison. Outside the court, Malema dismissed the judgment as flawed and accused Magistrate Twanet Olivier of racism. His co-accused, former bodyguard Adriaan Snyman, was acquitted. […]

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