Elon Musk Vs Julius Malema: A Global Twitter Drama Unfolds

• Julius Malema, president of the Economic Freedom Fighters, fired back at billionaire Elon Musk after Musk criticized him on social media.
• Musk responded to a tweet from an X user sharing a video of Malema calling for an end to 'whiteness,' labeling Malema as someone who should be declared an international criminal.
• Malema hit back, calling Musk a "spoiled brat," and the EFF rallied behind their leader, while supporters condemned Musk’s tweet.

Tebogo Mokwena, with extensive experience in political analysis and interviews, has contributed to Briefly News, Daily Sun, and Vutivi Business News, providing insights into both local and international politics in South Africa.

JOHANNESBURG — The president of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, didn’t hold back when responding to billionaire Elon Musk’s recent criticism. Musk had accused Malema of promoting dangerous rhetoric and called for him to be labeled an international criminal. But Malema wasn’t having it. In a fiery rebuttal, he blasted Musk, accusing him of being out of touch with the realities of racial inequality and the legacy of apartheid. The EFF stood firmly behind their leader, vowing to continue their fight against systemic injustice.

What Exactly Did Elon Musk Say?

It all started when Elon Musk retweeted a post by X user Mario Nawfal. The tweet contained a video where Malema was heard saying the EFF would "cut the throat of whiteness." The clip then shifted to a controversial moment featuring Andile Mngxitama, the former president of Black Land First (BLF) and current MK Party Member of Parliament, who was recorded making inflammatory statements against white people.

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Musk, clearly disturbed by the content, took to his own X account to voice his disapproval. He called for immediate sanctions against Malema and even went as far as labeling him an international criminal. This bold move set the stage for a dramatic showdown between two powerful figures from opposite corners of the globe.

Check out Musk's tweet here.

Julius Malema's Blistering Comeback

Malema didn’t waste any time responding. Using his official X account, he fired back at Musk, calling him a "typical spoiled brat" who benefited directly from the privileges of apartheid-era whiteness. Malema accused Musk of being racially blind, pointing out that the billionaire had mistakenly conflated him with another political figure in the video Musk referenced.

“I know black people look the same to you, typical racist. Look closer, and you’ll see these are two different individuals. America keeps showing its ignorance on global issues. Your sanctions mean nothing to me. I’ll never stop fighting for equality between black and white people, and if that makes me an international criminal, then I’m proud to wear that label.”

You can view Malema's response here.

The EFF's Unwavering Support

The EFF quickly issued a statement in defense of Malema, affirming their commitment to standing up against imperialism and global powers that seek to silence their movement. In a post on their official X account, the party made it clear they wouldn’t back down or compromise their principles.

“The EFF is not intimidated by declarations from the owner of X, Space X, Starlink, Tesla, and the self-appointed director for the Department of Government Efficiency in the United States of America. This individual has declared Julius Malema, the president of the EFF, an international criminal. We remain steadfast in our mission to confront imperialism and fight for justice.”

Take a look at the EFF's statement here.

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Who Is Julius Malema, Anyway?

• Helen Zille, Federal Chair of the Democratic Alliance, sided with Malema on the issue of withdrawing South African troops from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
• Malema dismissed threats from former U.S. President Donald Trump, insisting that land expropriation without compensation would proceed as planned.
• He also distanced himself from the MK Party, stating he had no interest in attending events where he might encounter them.

South Africans Rally Behind Malema

The online backlash against Musk was swift and fierce. South Africans from all walks of life came out in droves to defend Malema, accusing Musk of overstepping and misunderstanding the complexities of South African politics.

Robert Marawa summed up the sentiment:

“You’re the real international criminal, engaging in extrajudicial activities with a convicted felon.”

Oracle added:

“We stand with the so-called international criminal, Julius Sello Malema, during these trying times.”

Paradigm Shift echoed similar sentiments:

“South Africa stands united with Julius Malema in these challenging moments.”

Minister High Octane voiced his support:

“I stand with you, Moshabi. We won’t listen to Elon Musk or his allies.”

T4R also chimed in:

“We stand with Juju in these tough times.”

Malema Cuts Ties With Mbuyiseni Ndlozi

In related news, Briefly News reported that Malema declared he had no ongoing relationship with former EFF MP Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. This announcement followed Ndlozi’s conspicuous absence from the EFF’s third elective conference. Malema stated he wasn’t responsible for keeping tabs on Ndlozi, but some South Africans accused him of mistreating the former ally.