In a recent town hall meeting in Lenasia, Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema addressed concerns about the party’s stance on white people.
Malema made it clear that the EFF has no problem with white people and even highlighted the inclusion of former African National Congress (ANC) veteran and African Radical Economic Transformation Alliance (ARETA) leader Carl Niehaus on the EFF’s candidate list for the upcoming elections.
It is important to note that Malema has had a history of igniting tensions with white people, particularly due to his controversial “kill the boer” chant.
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This chant has drawn criticism and outrage, with some accusing Malema of inciting violence against white South Africans. Malema recently repeated the chant at the EFF’s 10th anniversary celebration, which further fueled the controversy.
Despite the historical tensions, Malema emphasized during the town hall meeting that the EFF does not have any issues with white people.
He pointed to the inclusion of Niehaus on the candidate list as evidence of the party’s commitment to inclusivity. Malema stated that the EFF even votes for white candidates to go to parliament to represent the party’s interests.
It is worth noting that Niehaus, who is known for his support of former President Jacob Zuma, was expelled from the ANC in December 2022. After his expulsion, he established ARETA before eventually joining the EFF.
Niehaus currently holds the 27th position on the EFF’s candidate list for the national assembly. Malema’s remarks about the EFF’s stance on white people have sparked various reactions and criticisms.
South African-born tech billionaire Elon Musk, who owns companies like Tesla and SpaceX, expressed his outrage at Malema’s past chants and accused him of calling for the “genocide of the 4 million whites living in South Africa.” However, Malema has not responded directly to Musk’s comments.
In response to similar claims earlier this year, EFF MP and National Spokesperson Vuyani Pambo dismissed Musk’s statements as panic about the outcome of South Africa’s 2024 elections. Pambo’s remark suggests that Musk’s comments may be politically motivated.
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