Julius Malema

Julius Malema

politician South Africa

Julius Malema is a prominent South African politician and the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), a far-left political party he founded in 2013. Known for his controversial rhetoric and radical views, Malema has been a vocal advocate for land redistribution and economic equality, often stirring national and international debate. He previously served as the president of the African National Congress Youth League from 2008 to 2012, where he gained significant attention for his outspoken criticism of the ruling party and its policies. His recent comments promoting violence against white South Africans have sparked outrage, leading to calls for international sanctions against him.

Born on Mar 03, 1981 (44 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
1,869,064
Power
9,462$
Sentiment
5.25
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
South Africa 4 5.75 2.33% +10% 59,308,690 1,517,199 $350,000 8,953$
Tanzania 2 6.00 0.44% +10% 59,734,213 286,933 $63,000 303$
Kenya 1 4.00 0.10% +0% 53,771,296 51,260 $106,000 101$
Botswana 1 2.00 0.58% +0% 2,351,627 13,672 $18,000 105$
Totals 8 175,165,826 1,869,064 $537,000 9,462$
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Recent Mentions

South Africa South Africa: EFF leader Julius Malema warned members of his party to be prepared for possible political persecution as South Africa heads towards local government elections. 6

Mail & Guardian: Malema warns of possible political persecution ahead of 2026 local elections – The Mail & Guardian

South Africa South Africa: Julius Malema is the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and is currently facing legal troubles that have caused unrest among party supporters. 5

Mail & Guardian: EFF to weigh options amid Malema woes – The Mail & Guardian

South Africa South Africa: Julius Malema, the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, stated he would not be intimidated by the legal system following his conviction on firearm-related charges. 7

Mail & Guardian: I will never retreat from my ideas,” Malema says as sentencing is postponed to April – The Mail & Guardian

Tanzania Tanzania: Julius Malema is the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and is awaiting sentencing for a firearm-related conviction. 5

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: Malema sentencing looms, raising stakes for South Africa’s EFF party

South Africa South Africa: EFF leader Julius Malema publicly praised Ramaphosa’s handling of the summit and his refusal to bow to US pressure. 8

Mail & Guardian: Ramaphosa’s tumultuous 2025 – The Mail & Guardian

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Julius Malema is a South African opposition figure known for his controversial song about Afrikaners. 4

BBC: Kenyans found illegally working at US asylum claim centre in South Africa