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The South African
a day ago
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- The South African
Malema reignites war with ex-ANC MP: 'I used to send him to fetch girls'
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has reignited his long-standing feud with former African National Congress (ANC) Member of Parliament Jacob Boy Mamabolo The politician who was a guest on journalist Tshidi Madia's podcast, discussed several matters. He also shared his opinion of his former allies, including Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, Floyd Shivambu and Mamabolo. During the nearly 90-minute podcast episode, Malema weighed in on comments made by Sport, Arts, and Culture Minister and Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader Gayton McKenzie. In a parliamentary sitting last year, McKenzie dismissed Ndlozi's frequent comments on education by calling him an 'ice boy.' Malema condemned the insult aimed at Ndlozi and redirected the label at Mamabolo, whom he described as his actual 'ice boy' during their youth. 'Boy Mamabolo was my ice boy. I used to send him to fetch girls, send him to buy ice, send him to go buy alcohol. He had no opinion. Even now he doesn't have an opinion, so he was useful for such things,' said the EFF leader. His remarks come after Mamabolo's failed attempt to register a new political party, Mandela for President. LONG HISTORY OF FEUDING The animosity between Malema and Mamabolo spans over a decade. In 2012, Mamabolo burned a mock coffin to celebrate Malema's expulsion from the ANC Youth League. The following year, Malema laid criminal charges after Mamabolo allegedly sent him a threatening SMS, vowing to exhume his mother's body and dump the remains at his grandmother's home in Seshego, Limpopo. Mamabolo was later released with a warning. More recently, tensions flared again when Mamabolo accused Malema of domestic abuse during a State of the Nation Address (SONA). Although Mamabolo later retracted the claims and apologised on social media, Malema and his wife filed a R2 million defamation lawsuit. Mamabolo also failed to pay the R173,000 in legal costs from the 2020 litigation. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 11. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news
IOL News
2 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
Julius Malema declares Lindt chocolates, R7K sheep gift — but no interest-free loans
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has declared ownership of a sheep worth R7,000, along with gifts from a Chinese diplomat, in the 2025 Register of Members' Interests. Image: X/EFF Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has been gifted a sheep worth R7,000, Lindt chocolate, and a bottle of wine. The details emerged from the latest declarations made by Members of Parliament (MPs), as captured in the report adopted and released on Friday by the Joint Committee on Ethics and Members' Interests. The Register of Members' Interests lists South African MPs' financial and personal interests to promote transparency and prevent conflicts of interest. For the first time, all 400 public representatives submitted their declarations by the stipulated deadline. Malema, who is known for his radical political rhetoric and often controversial parliamentary behavior, also listed a directorship in Mgagao Shamba. This is part of his remunerated work outside of Parliament. The business focuses on farming, events, and sales. Under gifts and hospitality, Malema disclosed receiving a bottle of wine and a box of Lindt Lindor chocolates from Liu Kaiyang of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China. He did not disclose the value of the wine. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Malema declared that he was gifted sheep worth R7,000 by BaPedi Queen Lenaganabatho II Manyaku Thulare. He declared no ownership of property or land. Malema also had no interest-free loans or sponsorships to declare. Malema listed several family trusts under his name: Ratanang Family Trust – Beneficiary: Ratanang Malema (his son). Munzhedzi Family Trust – Beneficiaries: Himself, his wife Mantoa Matlala, and children Ratanang, Munzhedzi, and Kopano Malema. Kopano Charity Trust – Beneficiary: Listed as for charity. Mazimbu Investment Trust – Beneficiaries: Himself, his wife, and their children. Malema and his party are known for fiery debates and frequent disruptions in Parliament. IOL Politics
Eyewitness News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
Malema says Mashaba's perceived arrogance could jeopardise stability of Tshwane coalition
JOHANNESBURG - Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema said ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba's perceived arrogance could jeopardise the stability of the coalition government in Tshwane. Tensions have been mounting between coalition partners, the African National Congress (ANC) and ActionSA, over city manager Johann Mettler's continued presence in office. The ANC is pushing for Mettler's removal, citing his alleged irregular appointment, but mayor and ActionSA member Nasiphi Moya won't heed the ANC's demands. Speaking on EWN's Politricking podcast, Malema said Mashaba's actions could collapse the coalition. 'The problem is not the ANC this time around, the problem is Herman, whose party has less numbers than the ANC. He is behaving like he has power. Ego is what is going to kill these people's political careers.' Malema sent a message to Mashaba: 'Humble yourself. They are not saying they don't want ActionSA, they're saying they have a problem with this municipal manager, they put their facts on the table. Listen to them, okay, agree, and then start a process jointly, collectively to come up with a city manager.'
IOL News
4 days ago
- Politics
- IOL News
Malema takes aim at DA's WC governance during anniversary celebrations
Economic Freedom Fighters founder and president Julius Malema gives his speech at the party's 12th anniversary celebrations in Khayelitsha. Image: Mandilakhe Tshwete Twelve years ago, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) burst onto South Africa's political landscape with a promise to transform the country's economic and social order. Founded by Julius Malema and his comrades on July 26, 2013, the party emerged from a deep frustration with the slow pace of change since democracy and the persistence of poverty, inequality, and racial divisions. Their rallying cry was clear: radical economic transformation, land expropriation without compensation, nationalisation of mines and banks, and the eradication of poverty. Speaking at the EFF's 12th anniversary celebrations, Malema painted a vivid picture of how those founding principles remain as urgent today as ever. He reminded the crowd of Khayelitsha's history, founded in 1983 under apartheid as a relocation site for Black people forcibly removed from Cape Town. Despite decades of democracy, Khayelitsha still bears the scars of spatial apartheid: poor infrastructure, inadequate housing, unreliable water, and limited public transport. Thousands of supporters filled the dome, which holds 10,000 people, demonstrating the massive turnout for the EFF's 12th anniversary celebrations. Image: Mandilakhe Tshwete For many residents, these conditions have become normalised. Malema did not hold back in his criticism of the DA, the party governing the Western Cape. He accused the DA of protecting white privilege and sustaining inequality by neglecting townships like Khayelitsha. While affluent suburbs such as Constantia and Clifton enjoy well-maintained roads and services, places like Gugulethu and Nyanga continue to suffer from neglect, overcrowded clinics, and dangerous streets plagued by gang violence. He added that the DA's failure to extend services such as the MyCiTi bus into these areas was deliberate exclusion. 'Spatial apartheid continues under their watch,' Malema said. The party, he claimed, has no genuine interest in addressing poverty or unemployment, problems that affect over 43% of South Africans and hit the youth hardest. Malema also spoke about the broader economic challenges facing the country, saying that while other nations on the continent experience growth, South Africa's economy is stagnating. He criticised the control that white-owned banks and financial institutions hold over the economy, dictating who can access loans and property, and keeping wealth concentrated in the hands of a few. "At the same time, key state-owned enterprises are being weakened by defunding and attempts to privatise through outsourcing or fragmenting services." He pointed to the gradual dismantling of institutions like Eskom and Transnet, warning that the consequences are dire for the country's development and job creation. The looming debt crisis, with government spending over R420 billion this year just on interest payments, was described as a ticking time bomb that threatens social services such as education, health, and policing. To counter this, the EFF plans to push for laws requiring parliamentary approval of loans from the International Monetary Fund and World Bank. The party rejects neoliberal economic policies imposed by these institutions, arguing instead for a state-led developmental model focused on industrialisation and wealth redistribution. Malema stressed that the party has remained true to its revolutionary principles, refusing to become co-opted by establishment politics or elite interests. The EFF's activism spans beyond Parliament, engaging directly with communities through land occupations, supporting workers' rights, and fighting gender-based violence. However, the party's growing influence has unsettled the political establishment. Malema recounted how even international figures have taken notice, including a visit to the White House where former US President Donald Trump played EFF songs 'Kill the boer' as a warning, which he repeatedly sang after concluding his speech. He criticised both the ANC and DA for forming uneasy coalitions motivated by fear of the EFF's growing power. In a pointed attack, Malema said the ANC has become riddled with corruption and tenderpreneurship, while the DA serves to protect white monopoly capital. Yet, both parties are united in their efforts to block the EFF from gaining control in any government. On crime and policing, the EFF expressed support for Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who raised allegations of corruption and criminal syndicates operating within law enforcement. The party insisted on a parliamentary committee to investigate these claims, emphasising the need to clean up police and justice institutions. Looking to the future, the EFF is preparing for the 2026 local government elections with ambitions to govern outright in many municipalities. Malema urged party structures to strengthen grassroots organisation, win wards decisively, and deliver services that the DA has failed to provide. Ending poverty, combatting crime, and ensuring dignity for all remain the movement's key objectives. Cape Times
Eyewitness News
4 days ago
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
Malema says Phala Phala robbery scandal far from over
CAPE TOWN - Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema said the Phala Phala robbery scandal is far from over and the matter will be brought up before Parliament's ad hoc committee investigating police corruption. Malema made the vow on Saturday while addressing EFF supporters who came out in their thousands to celebrate the party's 12th anniversary in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. Malema said the robbery, where a large amount of United States (US) dollars were stolen from President Cyril Ramaphosa's farm, is another example of police cover-ups and corruption that needs to be investigated. IN PICS: EFF marks 12th anniversary with thousands gathered in Khayelitsha for celebrations It's been five years since the Phala Phala robbery scandal at Ramaphosa's private game farm near Bela-Bela in Limpopo. While prosecutors said they won't pursue criminal charges against Ramaphosa regarding the scandal that nearly derailed his presidency, Malema said it's not over. Malema said he will urge the parliamentary ad hoc committee that will investigate allegations of corruption made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi to revisit the Phala Phala case. 'That Phala Phala issue is not dead. We are going to find a way of bringing into this ad hoc committee because even in that Phala Phala, there was police corruption that happened.' Malema also said supporters should approach the ad hoc committee with any relevant information that could assist the investigation into crime syndicates involving the police.
