Public Support for Julius Malema in Court Raises Questions About Rule of Law

Public support for Julius Malema in court raises questions about rule of law

Political analyst Asanda Ngoasheng has expressed concern over the scores of people who showed up to support Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema at the pre-sentencing hearing for his public firearm discharge case in the East London Magistrate’s Court. Malema was in court on Friday, 23 January, in relation to his public firearm discharge case. The South African previously reported that Malema was charged with unlawful possession o…

Jailing Malema Could Ignite Instability in South Africa

Jailing Malema Could Ignite Instability in South Africa South African opposition leader Julius Malema is facing a critical legal moment after being convicted on weapon charges, and the prospect of a custodial sentence has sparked intense debate about its potential impact on national stability. Malema’s large and fervent support base, especially among youth and communities […] The post Jailing Malema Could Ignite Instability in South Africa first…

R200,000 a Day for Justice: Legal Titans Set to Cash In on Julius Malema Sentencing

As South Africa watches closely, the upcoming sentencing of EFF leader Julius Malema is shaping up to be one of the country’s most high-profile legal spectacles — not only for its political and social implications, but also for the staggering fees commanded by the elite legal team representing the parties involved. At the center of attention are Hodes SC, Ngcukaitobi SC, and Levitt — seasoned Senior Counsel whose reputations and courtroom prowes…