Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema (CR) waves accompanied by his wife Mantwa Malema (CL) as he leaves the KuGompo City Regional court in East London on April 15, 2026 following his sentencing for firing an assault rifle at a rally eight years ago.

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema addresses his supporters outside the KuGompo City Regional court in East London on April 15, 2026 following his sentencing for firing an assault rifle at a rally eight years ago.

EFF leader Julius Malema in court.