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On January 23, 2026, Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema delivered a defiant speech outside the East London Magistrate's Court following a pre-sentencing hearing for his firearm discharge conviction.
Malema addressed hundreds of supporters, framing his legal battle as a politically motivated attempt to suppress his voice and the EFF's influence. Key highlights from his address included:
Defiance of Imprisonment: Malema declared he is "not scared of prison" or death for his ideas, stating that a jail sentence would be a "badge of honour" for the revolution.
Rejection of the Judiciary: He accused the courts of being used to "settle political scores" and claimed the justice system is biased against black authority.
Commitment to Appeal: Stating that the judgment is "deeply flawed," Malema vowed to fight the case all the way to the Constitutional Court and announced plans to strengthen his legal team with Advocate Tembeka Ngcukaitobi for the appeal.
Criticism of the Magistrate: Malema also publicly lashed out at Magistrate Twanet Olivier for being an hour late to the proceedings, calling it an act of "disrespect" toward his rights and the law.
Case Status as of January 2026:
Conviction: Malema was convicted in October 2025 for unlawful possession of a firearm, discharging a firearm in a public place, and reckless endangerment stemming from a 2018 rally.
Sentencing Delay: The court has postponed final arguments and sentencing to April 15, 2026.
Potential Penalty: While the State is arguing for a prison sentence (up to 15 years), a social worker's pre-sentencing report recommended a fine rather than a custodial sentence
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