Julius Malema, the leader of Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has clapped back at Tesla founder, Elon Musk after he described him as an “international criminal” during a banter on social media.
The EFF has stood by Malema in the midst of this controversy.
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The issue began when Musk shared a tweet from Mario Nawfal, an X user, featuring a video of Malema declaring that the EFF would “cut the throat of whiteness.”
The clip also included a statement from Andile Mngxitama, former president of Black Land First (BLF), known for his hostile language toward white people.
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Nawfal’s post rapidly attracted significant attention online.
In reaction, Musk posted on his @elonmusk X account, demanding “immediate sanctions” against Malema and proposing that he be declared an international criminal.
This prompted a strong rebuttal from Malema.
Taking to his @Julius_S_Malema X account, the EFF leader fired back, calling Musk a “typical spoiled brat” and a “direct beneficiary of Apartheid whiteness.” Malema also accused Musk of racism, claiming, “I know black people look the same to you, typical racist. Look closer, and you will realise those are two different people.”
He continued, “America is exposing us to its stupidity. I don’t care about your sanctions; I will never stop fighting for black people to be equal to white people, and if that makes me an international criminal, I am proud to be one.”
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