Julius Malema, South Africa's firebrand opposition leader and head of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), is trending globally after a surge in political tension linked to controversial comments made by Donald Trump about South African land reforms and race relations.
In a high-profile meeting with President Cyril Ramaphosa, Trump reportedly raised concerns over the so-called “white genocide” in South Africa—claims that sparked outrage and fact-checking from major media outlets.
CNN and Al Jazeera both confirmed that Trump cited reports of racially-motivated attacks against white farmers, a narrative long pushed by Malema's critics due to his radical land reform stance.
While Malema was not present at the meeting, his longstanding advocacy for expropriation without compensation was indirectly thrust into global debate.
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According to BBC News, these statements have revived old tensions and placed Malema back in the spotlight, with social media erupting in debates about land redistribution, historical injustice, and racial politics in post-apartheid South Africa.
Malema himself has responded fiercely, accusing the West of misrepresenting African struggles and reinforcing colonial-era narratives. His bold rhetoric and polarizing views continue to spark international attention, making him one of the most discussed African politicians online this week.
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