We love them: Julius Malema says he can’t imagine SA without white people, sparks online debate

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has sparked a fresh online debate after stating that he cannot imagine a South Africa without white people.

We love them, we want them to stay, we want them to be part of the future of South Africa. We can’t imagine South Africa without white people.

The comments, which surfaced on social media, have drawn mixed reactions from the public, with some questioning the sincerity of the statement given the party’s history of radical rhetoric regarding land and economic transformation.

Malema, who has frequently been accused of stoking racial tensions, appeared to be softening his stance during a recent engagement, emphasizing that his political struggle is against systems of oppression rather than individuals based on their race.

Critics of the EFF leader were quick to point out that his past statements often contradict this sentiment, while supporters argued that his words reflect a vision for a non-racial, inclusive society where all citizens contribute to the country’s development.