Tag: EFF

Public persecutes Julius Malema for sentiments on Mkhwanazi’s ‘mess’

EFF leader Julius Malema has found himself at the center of some controversy after voicing his frustration at Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s lack of availability for the ad hoc committee established to uncover the corruption allegations he made. Like many other countries, South African citizens find themselves facing an array of issues. These range from an alarmingly […]

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Julius Malema changes tune on foreign employment?

After maintaining his controversial stance when it comes to immigration in South Africa, EFF leader Julius Malema appears to have a change of heart, and has called for foreign nationals to seek employment back home. Led by Julius Malema, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) emerged as a notable opposition to the African National Congress (ANC) […]

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‘Sex workers deserve rights’ — Malema pushes for prostitution to be legalised

EFF leader Julius Malema has urged the government to decriminalise prostitution, arguing that sex workers deserve legal protection and the ability to report abuse without facing disrespect from police. Speaking at a Women’s Day rally in Mpumalanga over the weekend, he said prostitution is “the oldest profession” and should be recognised as legitimate work with […]

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Inside EFF drama: Floyd Shivambu calls out ‘planned chaos’ in parliament

Former Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) deputy leader, Floyd Shivambu has criticised the party’s “disruptive and rude” behaviour in parliament, saying it was deliberately planned by one individual rather than the collective leadership. Addressing members of the Mayibuye consultation process, he said, “One of the things I was not comfortable with throughout my years in parliament, […]

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WATCH: Julius Malema belts out ‘Kill the Boer’ at EFFs 12th anniversary

Thousands of red-beret-clad supporters gathered in Khayelitsha over the weekend as the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) marked its 12th anniversary. But the celebration quickly reignited political and legal tensions when party leader Julius Malema once again led the crowd in chanting the liberation song “Kill the Boer”, a move that has drawn fierce criticism both […]

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Floyd Shivambu labels the EFF as a cult- mzansi reacts

During his highly anticipated media conference, Umkhonto We Sizwe Party (MKP) member Floyd Shivambu has shocked the nation by revealing that he believes that the EFF, his former allegiance is nothing but a cult, which has garnered an overwhelming response from the public. Since his unexpected move from Julius Malema’s Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) to […]

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Julius Malema weighs in on Floyd’s demotion: “Yena aya kwini “

Shortly after the news of Floyd Shivambu’s demotion as Umkhonto We Sizwe’s (MKP) Secretary General, merely six months after his appointment hit the streets, his former leader and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) co-founder Julius Malema weighed in on the matter. Six months into his tenure as MKP’s Secretary General, and after jumping ship from the […]

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WSU student shooter granted bail: Sihle Lonzi wants justice

The Mthatha Magistrates Court granted bail to a 54-year-old man accused of shooting and killing Walter Sisulu University student Sisonke Mbolekwa during a protest at the Eastern Cape-based university. The suspect was granted R10,000 bail after a brief court appearance. The incident occurred when students protested against the campus manager’s alleged abuse and mismanagement, resulting […]

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Floyd Shivambu’s ‘Mayibuye’ political movement gains momentum

Just as chatter of his inevitable downfall gets louder by the day, MKP’s Floyd Shivambu’s attempt to resuscitate his political career involves the ‘Mayibuye’ movement, which speaks to progressive South Africans. ‘When it rains it pours’ appears to be a fitting phrase to describe Floyd’s political career, particularly since his unexpected move to Jacob Zuma’s […]

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“It won’t happen”- Julius Malema on EFF and MK joining forces

After an inquiry from a curious social media user, Economic Freedom Fighter (EFF) leader Julius Malema has squashed any hopes of a coalition between his red beret’s and Jacob Zuma’s Mkhonto Wesizwe (MKP). Spearheaded by some of mzansi’s most notable leaders and politicians, the MKP and EFF are left-leaning parties who share various similarities, such […]

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