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NPA condemns Malema over threats against state prosecutor

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has condemned remarks made by EFF leader, Julius Malema, against the State prosecutor in his firearm discharge case. Addressing supporters outside the KuGompo Magistrates' court after his sentencing, Malema took a jab at the prosecutor, saying he suffers from "short-man syndrome" and must be taught a lesson. Malema was sentenced to five years' imprisonment for the unlawful possession of a firearm, two years imprisonment for […]

todayApril 17, 2026 106

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Magistrate Olivier is “a racist of note”, says Malema

  Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, has lashed out at Magistrate Twanet Olivier of the East London Magistrate’s Court, describing her as "a racist of note". This after Olivier sentenced the politician to five years behind bars and a R60 000 fine. Malema was sentenced to 5 years imprisonment for the unlawful possession of a firearm, 2 years imprisonment for the unlawful possession of ammunition, and fines of […]

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Malema confident ahead of pre-sentencing as State pushes for jail time

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, says he remains confident that "justice will prevail" as he prepares for his pre-sentencing hearing on Wednesday at the East London Magistrate’s Court. Malema was found guilty in October last year by Magistrate, Twanet Olivier, on multiple charges, including unlawful possession and discharge of a firearm, reckless endangerment, and failure to take reasonable precautions. The charges stem from a July 2018 EFF rally […]

todayApril 14, 2026 78

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Malema backs grassroots mayor system, defends Dunga

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, has outlined a major shift in the party's local government strategy, insisting that future mayors must emerge from ward-level leadership, while also rejecting personality-driven campaigning and defending newly appointed Gauteng Finance MEC, Nkululeko Dunga. Briefing the media in Johannesburg on Thursday, Malema said the new approach is aimed at strengthening grassroots accountability and reducing factionalism ahead of the 2026 local government elections. - […]

todayApril 9, 2026 197

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Kenny Kunene tells Julius Malema to ‘bring it on’ amid legal showdown

Patriotic Alliance Deputy President, Kenny Kunene, has challenged Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, to "bring it on", saying he will not apologise for his remarks. The two politicians are embroiled in a legal dispute after Malema filed a lawsuit over comments Kunene made on Podcast and Chill with MacG in February. During the episode, Kunene also alleged that Malema lives at businessman Adriano Mazzotti’s property and hosts meetings […]

todayMarch 27, 2026 343

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Madlanga Commission | Nkosi admits brother secured TMPD tender, implicates Malema

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi has admitted at the Madlanga Commission that his brother’s company was among the successful bidders for a tender at the Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) during the metro's 2024/2025 financial year. The commission heard that WhatsApp exchanges between Nkosi and City of Tshwane CFO, Gareth Mnisi, revealed discussions around individuals linked to the tender process. In the messages, Mnisi asks Nkosi to identify Sipho Nkomo and Joe […]

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EFF door open for Ndlozi, but remains shut for Shivambu: Malema 

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, says the door remains open for Mbuyiseni Ndlozi to return to the party, but firmly shut for his former deputy, Floyd Shivambu. Speaking to the public broadcaster, Malema said he would "roll out the red carpet" for Ndlozi should he choose to rejoin to the EFF. Ndlozi, one of the EFF’s founding members, resigned in February last year after being accused of involvement […]

todayFebruary 6, 2026 151

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EFF calls for 2026 World Cup boycott, cites discriminatory visa rules

The Economic Freedom Fighters has called for a global boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, arguing that the controversial visa restrictions affecting more than 70 countries undermine the spirit of the global game. The call was made by EFF leader, Julius Malema, following the party’s second plenum of its Third National People’s Assembly, where the party also vowed to intensify pressure on South Africa’s judiciary and renewed calls for […]

todayFebruary 4, 2026 159

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Some South Africans call for justice for man believed to be Goolam Vowda

Some social media users are calling for justice following reports of the death of a man believed to be a controversial political figure, Goolam Vowda. The 50-year-old, who was widely known for posting political exposés on X, was reportedly found at a hotel in Sandton on Wednesday  under circumstances that have not yet been disclosed. No death is worth celebrating, we have lost our moral compass as peoples, I would […]

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