The Western Cape Equality Court found Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema guilty of hate speech on August 27, 2025[7].
On August 24, 2025, Julius Malema delivered the keynote address at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference in Enugu, Nigeria. In his speech, he warned African governments against taking uncontrolled foreign loans, describing them as a “debt trap” that risks mortgaging the continent’s future. He advocated for tighter domestic oversight of loans, praised Nigeria’s historic support of the anti-apartheid struggle, and called for joint industrialization and stronger economic ties between Nigeria and South Africa, emphasizing continental self-sufficiency[5].
Malema’s keynote underscored the need for African nations to rethink economic policies and resist exploitation, urging collaboration to empower entrepreneurs, protect workers, and ensure equitable opportunity. His address was lauded for championing economic emancipation and social justice, resonating with themes of African dignity and self-determination[1][3].
During his recent Nigerian visit, Malema also met with Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Commentators observed the significance of this visit for Nigeria-South Africa relations, particularly regarding migration, xenophobia, and the need to strengthen historic ties between the nations. Malema was noted as a leading voice in advocating for pan-African unity and envisioning the continuation of the “African dream” of self-reliance and regional integration[4].
References
- [1] President Julius Malema addresses Nigerian Bar Association Annual General Conference
- [3] CIC Julius Malema to Address NBA Annual General Conference in Enugu
- [4] President Of South Africa’s Economic Freedom Fighters, Julius Malema Visits Gov. Sanwo-Olu In Lagos
- [5] Our salvation lies in Lagos, Johannesburg – South African opposition leader
- [7] WC Equality Court finds Julius Malema guilty of hate speech