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South Africa

• Parliament to start probe in criminal justice sector on Tuesday October 7, 2025 4:54 am East Coast Radio He is expected to testify over the next two days before MPs investigating his claims of criminal and political interference in the justice system. The committee is chaired by Molapi Lekganyane and includes MPs Glynnis Breytenbach, Ian Cameron and EFF …
• BIG READ: Tender comrades — how Malema bankrolled his party October 7, 2025 3:34 am BusinessLIVE Hendrick Kganyago’s January 31 payment was not the first to Julius Malema’s front company Mahuna, nor would it be the last. Malema also wasn’t the only senior EFF figure benefiting from the BBT owner’s largesse. On the morning of Thursday July 5 2018, …
• Parliament’s Mkhwanazi ad hoc committee hearings — the players you need to know October 6, 2025 8:04 pm Daily Maverick On Tuesday, 7 October 2025, the parliamentary ad hoc committee established to investigate the explosive allegations by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi will finally hold public hearings after weeks of preparation.  As …
• Is South Africa trying to muzzle the Lion of Limpopo? October 6, 2025 2:39 pm MyJoyOnline "When the Drumbeat of Truth Gets Too Loud, Power Tries to Silence the Drummer" In South Africa, that drummer is Julius Malema, a firebrand leader whose bold calls for justice, equality, and land reform have now landed him in the crosshairs of the …
• JUDITH FEBRUARY & CHRIS OXTOBY | Malema conviction must prompt JSC rethink   October 6, 2025 1:21 pm Eye Witness News On 1 October 2025, Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema was convicted in the East London Magistrate's Court on charges relating to the unlawful possession and discharging of a firearm in public. Malema had been accused of firing shots …
• South African opposition leader calls prison a “Badge of Honour” following firearms conviction October 5, 2025 5:16 pm Business Insider Africa Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has characterised the charges against him as politically motivated and racially biased, following his conviction on multiple firearms-related offences linked to a 2018 party rally. The Limpopo- …
• Judicial Service Commission interviews for superior court vacancies begin this week October 5, 2025 2:09 pm IOL The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is conducting interviews this week to fill vacancies across the country’s superior courts.  The interviews start on Tuesday and will last until October 15, where shortlisted candidates will be interviewed for vacancies …
• Crisis at the Core: ANC fractures deepen under Ramaphosa’s leadership October 5, 2025 10:02 am Sunday Independent SOUTH Africa’s 2024 general election ended the ANC’s uninterrupted parliamentary majority since 1994, which led to the ANC negotiating a Government of National Unity (GNU) with multiple parties, including the DA. This outcome has since intensified debate …
• Malema's conviction puts EFF’s future and stability to the test October 5, 2025 7:29 am IOL The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), South Africa’s prominent opposition party, could be on the brink of serious internal turmoil after party leader Julius Malema was found guilty of illegal possession of a firearm and discharging it in public.  Presiding …
• Top 10 stories of the day: Malema warns of ‘abuse of power’ | Mthethwa’s family welcome Saps support| Kunene reinstated as MMC October 4, 2025 6:53 pm The Citizen (South Africa) Here’s your daily news update for Sunday, 05 October 2025: An easy-to-read selection of our top stories. In news today, EFF leader Julius Malema accused the police of abusing their power ahead of acting police commissioner Lieutenant-General Tebello …
• South Africa & Zimbabwe: Two Coups Imminent - What Will Happen to SADC? October 4, 2025 6:23 pm Bulawayo 24 News If South Africa coughs, the entire SADC catches a cold. Should a coup d'état erupt in South Africa, Zimbabwe will follow. The infighting between Mnangagwa and Chiwenga has reached boiling point. Minister in the ANC Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, …
• South Africans divided as multiple civil society groups call for Julius Malema’s removal from JSC October 4, 2025 10:46 am Briefly Several civil society organisations have called for Julius Malema to be removed from the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) This comes after the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) commander-in-chief was found guilty on several charges relating to firearms …
• Malema under fire: Civil groups demand his ouster from JSC October 4, 2025 10:19 am African Insider Johannesburg – Several civil society organisations — Freedom Under Law, Defend our Democracy, and the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution — have called for Julius Malema’s removal from the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). …
• Malema criticises parliamentary inquiry staff for disqualifying witness submissions October 4, 2025 9:50 am IOL EFF leader Julius Malema on Friday voiced concerns regarding the handling of public submissions for the parliamentary inquiry into police corruption and interference. Malema said they were already receiving calls from several individuals who have reported …
• SA reacts as Diddy begs judge for mercy ahead of sentencing: "This will be Julius Malema next year" October 4, 2025 8:56 am Briefly Ahead of his sentencing on Friday, 3 October 2025, Diddy pleaded for leniency in a three-and-a-half-page letter to the judge In the letter, Diddy apologised to his former partners and shared the reasons why the judge should go easy on him Social media …
• ‘Abuse of power’: Malema’s warning as Mkhwanazi heads to Parliament October 4, 2025 7:43 am The Citizen (South Africa) Mkhwanazi and National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola will give evidence in Parliament over four days. Malema’s warning as Mkhwanazi heads to Parliament Security will be stepped up when KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi appears …
• Rights groups call for Malema’s removal from Judicial Service Commission October 4, 2025 5:14 am Herald (South Africa) A number of civil society organisations have called for Julius Malema to be removed from the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), saying his recent criminal conviction and history of legal transgressions make him unfit to serve on the body responsible for …
• Sol Phenduka blames politicians in R19 million drug bust, SA weighs in: "This is sad" October 3, 2025 3:51 pm Briefly Former radio presenter Sol Phenduka has reacted to a drug bust near Cape Town, where a foreign national was arrested The Nigerian man was allegedly driving from Johannesburg to Cape Town with drugs worth R19 million Mzansi, as well as Sol, has weighed in …
• Discussion | EFF leader to appeal conviction October 3, 2025 12:04 pm eNCA JOHANNESBURG - EFF maintains that there was no shooting of ammunition the party's fifth anniversary celebrations held in the country's Eastern Cape province in 2018. EFF leader Julius Malema has been convicted for breaking the country's gun …
• Sol Phenduka and MacG debate EFF's Julius Malema's possible prison sentence after a guilty verdict October 3, 2025 11:42 am Briefly The Podcast and Chill hosts have reacted to the guilty verdict in the Julius Malema firearm discharge trial The Economic Freedom Fighters’ (EFF) leader was found guilty by the East London Magistrate’s Court Mzansi engaged in a debate, with some arguing …
• Malema's firearm conviction: EFF claims political targeting ahead of elections October 3, 2025 9:48 am IOL The recent conviction of Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has sparked fresh controversy, with the party’s Head of International Relations, Nqobile Mhlongo, raising concerns over the timing and motivation behind the court ruling. Malema …
• Ntsiki Mazwai compares Oscar Pistorius and Julius Malema's firearm discharge cases October 3, 2025 9:00 am Briefly Ntsiki Mazwai likened Julius Malema's incident to that of former athlete Oscar Pistorius Malema was recently found guilty in his firearms discharge trial, and Ntsiki recalled a similar incident involving Pistorius at a restaurant Online users weighed …
• SA Morning Soapbox | Is Malema' decision to appeal a wise move ? October 3, 2025 8:42 am eNCA JOHANNESBURG - EFF leader Julius Malema has been found guilty of discharging a firearm in public. After the verdict, Malema told his supporters outside court,that he intends to will appeal his conviction. Pre-hearings for sentencing will start on the 23rd …
• READER LETTER | Why Snyman was acquitted October 3, 2025 8:35 am Sowetan Much has been said about the acquittal of Julius Malema's co-accused, Adriaan Snyman. Predictably, some EFF members have seized on this outcome, twisting it mischievously to push racial narratives about the entire court judgment. Yet, the facts remain …
• EFF: The big bad wolf that turned sheep? October 3, 2025 7:59 am The Citizen (South Africa) Is there any wind left in the EFF's sails, or has it been relegated to making pointless and destructive arguments? A new book launched this week promises to “unearth” the secrets of EFF leader Julius Malema, but it may be more of a eulogy than a …
• EFF Dismisses Jail Threat for Malema, Alleging ‘Political Witch Hunt’ October 3, 2025 6:05 am South Africa Today The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have forcefully dismissed the possibility of their leader, Julius Malema, serving jail time after his recent conviction on firearm discharge charges, labelling the legal proceedings a “political witch hunt” and vowing to …
• Where to from now for Malema after guilty verdict October 3, 2025 12:08 am Mail & Guardian ‘Badge of honour’: According to South African law, Julius Malema will be ineligible to pursue his dreams of becoming president of the country if his appeal against both conviction and sentence fails. Photo: EFF EFF leader Julius Malema faces a major …
• Jail or no jail? Malema compared to ‘trigger happy’ Oscar Pistorius October 2, 2025 9:56 pm The South African Julius Malema is facing up to 15 years imprisonment after he was found guilty of the unlawful use of a firearm. Many South Africans have brought up a similar incident and verdict from another high-profile figure – Oscar Pistorius. The former Paralympian …
• South Africans debate as Elon Musk calls Julius Malema a genocidal maniac October 2, 2025 8:22 pm Briefly Tech billionaire and X owner Elon Musk reacted to the news that Economic Freedom Fighters president Julius Malema was found guilty Malema appeared before the East London Magistrates Court on 1 October, where he was found guilty of discharging a firearm in …
• Nota Baloyi explains why he apologised to AfriForum after Julius Malema's guilty verdict October 2, 2025 5:48 pm Briefly On Wednesday, 1 October 2025, Nota Baloyi revealed the reason why he apologised to AfriForum His comments came shortly after Julius Malema was found guilty in a gun-related case that AfriForum pursued Social media responses were mixed, with some praising …
• CHARLES MATSEKE | Malema's guilty verdict: Political earthquake or revolutionary rebirth? October 2, 2025 5:00 pm Eye Witness News The guilty verdict handed down against Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema for contravening the Firearms Control Act is more than a legal matter. It is a political earthquake with implications that stretch from the corridors of the …
• Malema could lose MP seat if jail term exceeds a year – report October 2, 2025 4:48 pm African Insider Cape Town – EFF leader Julius Malema has been found guilty in the East London magistrate’s court of discharging a rifle during a rally in the Eastern Cape. He faces sentencing on 23 January 2025. If sentenced to more than 12 months in prison without the …
• Julius Malema could lose Parliamentary seat October 2, 2025 4:46 pm Bulawayo 24 News News / National by Staff reporter 2 hrs ago | 90 Views Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) commander-in-chief Julius Malema may lose his parliamentary seat after an East London magistrate's court found him guilty of illegally discharging a firearm, a …
• Malema calls guilty verdict a ‘badge of honour’ October 2, 2025 2:11 pm Cape Town ETC Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema has been found guilty of firing a gun in public, a ruling that comes more than seven years after the 2018 incident in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape. The East London Magistrates Court determined that Malema’s …
• Julius Malema expected to beef up legal team to prepare to appeal gun trial conviction October 2, 2025 1:25 pm Briefly The president of the Economic Freedom Fighters, Julius Malema, is gearing up to fight the conviction handed to him Malema was convicted on 1 October at the East London Magistrates Court of violating the Firearms Act for firing a gun into the air at a rally …
• Elon Musk condemns Malema: ‘Genocidal maniac’ October 2, 2025 1:02 pm The South African The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, has publicly condemned Julius Malema following his unlawful firearm guilty verdict in court on Wednesday, 1 October.  The Pretoria-born man has called out the Economic Freedom Fighter leader to be jailed over the …
• Julius Malema faces political upheaval following court conviction October 2, 2025 12:58 pm Daily News Is this the beginning of the end for Julius Malema? The leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), is standing at a critical crossroads following his conviction on multiple charges, including unlawful possession of a firearm and discharging a firearm …
• Juanita du Preez: Officers in Uniform v/s Ministers in Suits… death, illness, threats October 2, 2025 12:36 pm BizNews Top officers in uniform are drawing the battle lines between the execution of their duties and political interference by the ministers in suits. Action Society’s Juanita Du Preez talks to Chris Steyn about Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa dying in an …
• Cyril Ramaphosa calls for release of citizens taken by Israel, Mandla Mandela among the abducted October 2, 2025 12:16 pm Briefly South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has weighed in on the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) Mandla Mandela, Nelson Mandela's grandson, was among those forcibly taken by Israeli forces after the flotilla was intercepted South Africans …
• POLL | Should Malema receive a harsh sentence after being found guilty of discharging a firearm? October 2, 2025 12:00 pm Daily Dispatch Sentencing proceedings for EFF leader Julius Malema are expected to begin on January 23 2026, after he was found guilty of discharging a rifle at a rally in 2018. The East London magistrate’s court convicted him on Wednesday. Legal expert Shadi Maganoe, a …
• Julius Malema Convicted Of Illegal Firearm Possession, Public Shooting, Faces 15-Year Sentence October 2, 2025 11:04 am Arise News South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been found guilty of illegally possessing a firearm, discharging it in public, and reckless endangerment — offences carrying a minimum sentence of 15 years under the Firearms Control Act. The conviction …
• Malema found guilty in illegal firearm discharge case that could derail his political career October 2, 2025 9:01 am Mail & Guardian EFF leader Julius Malema. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G) Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF)  leader Julius Malema has been found guilty of contravening the Firearms Control Act by firing a gun at his party’s fifth anniversary celebration rally in 2018 and is …
• Malema slams racist white judge October 2, 2025 8:30 am Bulawayo 24 News In typical Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) style, party leader Julius Malema has launched a fierce attack on the judiciary following his latest court judgment, branding the ruling "racist and biased." Speaking to a crowd of supporters after the …
• Julius Malema vows to appeal court ruling after firearm conviction October 2, 2025 7:39 am Cape Times EFF leader Julius Malema has indicated his intention to appeal to the “politically motivated” court finding that he was guilty of unlawfully discharging a firearm. Malema and his former bodyguard, Adriaan Snyman, were charged after video footage showed a …
• Malema verdict: Activist says ‘no freedom without law’ October 2, 2025 7:29 am The South African Education activist Hendrick Makaneta says the guilty verdict against Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema should remind young people that “there is no freedom without the law.” The East London Magistrate’s Court found Malema guilty of …
• Guilty Julius Malema could lose parliament seat if jailed October 2, 2025 7:22 am BusinessLIVE Should EFF leader Julius Malema — who has been found guilty of discharging a rifle during a rally in the Eastern Cape — be sentenced to more than a year’s imprisonment without an option of a fine, he will be removed as an MP.  Section 47 of the …
• Morning Fix: Ramaphosa ‘not quitting’ | Lesson for cowboy Malema | Mthethwa death latest October 2, 2025 7:13 am The Citizen (South Africa) Catch up on the biggest stories this morning, 2 October 2025, in our simple morning fix update. Today’s morning fix kicks off with speculation over the president’s resignation. Two leading political analysts believe it is unlikely President Cyril Ramaphosa …
• Would the EFF suffer if Malema is jailed? October 2, 2025 7:13 am The Citizen (South Africa) After being found guilty on firearm charges, Julius Malema faces a possible 15-year sentence. Even as defiant EFF leader Julius Malema claimed his conviction for illegally firing a rifle was a politically motivated attempt to discredit the organisation, …
• Prison is no fear! – Malema says guilty verdict is a ‘badge of honour’ October 2, 2025 7:09 am African Insider Cape Town –  EFF leader Julius Malema has been found guilty on five firearm-related charges stemming from a 2018 incident during an Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) rally in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape. Magistrate Twanet Olivier concluded on Wednesday that …
• Guilty Verdict for EFF Leader Julius Malema Welcomed as a ‘Deterrent’ October 2, 2025 6:54 am South Africa Today A guilty verdict against Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema for discharging a firearm at a public event has been hailed by lobby group AfriForum as a critical step in upholding the rule of law. The East London Magistrates Court found …
• Malema Vows to Appeal Firearm Conviction, Alleging Political Motives October 2, 2025 6:54 am South Africa Today Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has been found guilty on five counts relating to the unlawful possession of a firearm and discharging it in public, a verdict he has vowed to challenge all the way to the Constitutional Court. The East …
• Malema conviction hailed as proof South Africa’s firearm laws work October 2, 2025 5:56 am The Citizen (South Africa) The EFF leader was found guilty of illegally possessing and discharging a firearm during the party's 2018 birthday celebrations. The conviction of Julius Malema for the illegal possession of a firearm and illegally discharging it in public has been …
• Malema to beef up legal team as he prepares to appeal firearm discharge conviction October 2, 2025 4:45 am Eye Witness News Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema is looking to beef up his legal team as he prepares to appeal his conviction on charges related to using a firearm in public. The East London Magistrate's Court on Wednesday found Malema guilty of …
• Cartoon of the day: 2 October 2025 October 2, 2025 4:37 am The Citizen (South Africa) EFF leader Julius Malema was on Wednesday found guilty of contravening the Firearms Control Act. The trial lasted for several years after Malema discharged a firearm at the EFF’s fifth birthday celebrations in Mdatsane in 2018. After the verdict was …
• Julius Malema vows to appeal conviction October 2, 2025 4:33 am eNCA EAST LONDON - Guilty as charged. That's the verdict of the East London magistrate's court in convicting EFF leader Julius Malema on all five charges he was facing. These include reckless endangerment of discharging a firearm in public. WATCH: ' …
• Malema to fight guilty verdict all the way to top court October 2, 2025 4:31 am Daily Dispatch EFF leader blames case outcome on ‘racist reasons to appease AfriForum and Donald Trump’ Premium By ZIYANDA ZWENI and MANDILAKHE KWABABANA - 02 October 2025 For a revolutionary, going to prison is a badge of honour, EFF leader Julius Malema said after …
• Inside the courtroom: The journey of Julius Malema's firearm trial October 2, 2025 4:17 am IOL He might have been entertaining when he took to the stand to testify in his firearm case. But his testimony did very little to ensure he walked out of the East London Magistrate's Court on Wednesday a free man. Magistrate Twanet Olivier found Julius …
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