Old Photo of Julius Malema With His Cousin Mpho Gets South Africa Talking

A photo of EFF leader Julius Malema alongside his cousin, businessman Mpho Edward Malema, resurfaced.

Mpho Malema, 40, was reportedly arrested and faces charges of fraud, corruption and theft in connection with a ghost fleet tender.

South Africans shared strong reactions to the image, with many weighing in on the alleged link between the tender scandal and the political leader.

Claims linking Julius Malema to the alleged scandal have not been established by a court, and the allegations remain unproven.

A photograph of Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema standing alongside his cousin, businessman Mpho Edward Malema, has resurfaced on social media, sparking intense debate across South Africa.