Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema has demanded the addresses of 49 Afrikaners who fled to the United States, arguing that the farmland they left behind should be reclaimed and used for the benefit of South Africans.
He questioned whether those who left were truly farmers and mocked their appearance, suggesting they resembled “car guards” rather than landowners.
Julius made these remarks during a VAT victory march outside the Union Buildings in Pretoria, where the EFF celebrated its efforts to oppose a VAT increase, ahead of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget presentation.
.@EFFSouthAfrica leader @Julius_S_Malema says the party wants the addresses of the 49 Afrikaners who reportedly emigrated to the United States, so the land they left behind can be “utilised for a better purpose.”
Malema made the remarks during the EFF’s VAT victory march in… pic.twitter.com/faRTRlq8I1
— IOL News (@IOL) May 19, 2025
He also dismissed claims of “white genocide” in South Africa, calling it a fabricated narrative.
This comes in response to US President Donald Trump extending refugee status to Afrikaners and other minorities over alleged racial persecution.
Julius challenged AfriForum leaders to also emigrate if they believe genocide is taking place.
Julius Malema?
“Donald Trump knows very well that there is no White Afrikaner who is being killed in South Africa. Its a lie. Even if they come and kill us, it will remain a lie.” pic.twitter.com/VDkm82alip
— MDN NEWS (@MDNnewss) May 19, 2025
The group who consists of 49 individuals, landed the Dulles Airport in Virginia Monday morning local time where they were welcomed by members of the media as well as politicians, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Department of Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Troy Edgar, ensuring that they experienced a pleasant flight and are warmly embraced.
First published by African Insider
Compiled by Betha Madhomu
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