The closing arguments in the trial of EFF leader Julius Malema, charged with contravening the Firearms Control Act, are scheduled for November.
Malema, who maintains his innocence, has described the case against him as politically motivated. This blog post delves into the recent court proceedings and Malema’s defence.
During his appearance at the East London Magistrate’s Court, Malema asserted that he was subjected to an unfair trial. He testified that the gun seen being fired in a video at the Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane was merely a toy used for anniversary celebrations.
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He stated, “I never used any firearm; I never had any ammunition on that day. It was a toy, my worship.”
Malema accused the prosecution, particularly state prosecutor Joel Cesar, of being influenced by the lobby group AfriForum. He described Cesar as an “incompetent and incoherent” advocate who aimed to build his career at the expense of Malema’s reputation.
According to Malema, the prosecution’s case lacked substantial evidence linking him to the spent cartridge of a rifle found at the scene.
Contrary to Malema’s claims, NPA regional spokesperson Luxolo Tyali stated that the prosecution operates without fear, favour, or prejudice.
Tyali emphasized that the decision to prosecute was based on police evidence and that Malema’s senior counsel would have raised any unfairness during the trial.
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