insert_link South Africa Analyst predicts extended legal battle in Malema case East London Magistrate Court, Eastern Cape, South Africa (Photo credit: Daily Dispatch) South African civil rights organisation AfriForum says it is awaiting the sentencing of Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema, expected to commence on Friday at the East London Magistrate’s Court. Speaking toFuture Media News, South Africa-based political analyst Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast said he does not expect the matter to end at the magistrate’s court level, predicting that Malema […] today22 January, 2026
insert_link South Africa Julius Malema to be sentenced on Friday AfriForum, a South African civil society organisation that advocates for Afrikaner interests, says it is awaiting the sentencing of Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema, which is expected to begin on Friday in the East London Magistrate’s Court. AfriForum spokesperson Jacques Broodryk says the organisation believes the sentence should reflect accountability under the law. Malema was found guilty in October of unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, as […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link South Africa AfriForum calls on Ramaphosa to condemn farm attacks and hate speech AfriForum spokesperson Jacques Broodryk AfriForum has urged South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to take a clear position on farm attacks and condemn the chant “Kill the Boer,” following a United States government report that described farm attacks in South Africa as more than ordinary crimes. The report, issued by the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labour, said some of the farm attacks involved torture and murder […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link South Africa Afrikaans lobby group launches “Not USA, But YOU SA” campaign The Afrikaans lobby group, Betereinders, has launched a new campaign called "Not USA, But YOU SA," calling on South Africans to unite in the face of growing tensions between the US and South Africa. The campaign follows comments made by President Cyril Ramaphosa, who criticised the organisations AfriForum and Solidarity for allegedly spreading divisive narratives to the United States. These groups have been accused of influencing US policy […] today4 March, 2025
insert_link South Africa Hawks Confirm NPA Probe Into High Treason Cases in S.A In S.A, Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya has confirmed that the National Prosecuting Authority is investigating four cases of high treason related to spreading false information. Speaking to the SABC, Lebeya refused to name the organisations. The Solidarity Movement, including AfriForum, recently sent a delegation to meet with the Trump administration. Lebeya says the NPA will decide on potential arrests: Meanwhile, former Public Protector Thuli Madonsela has criticised AfriForum for their […] today4 March, 2025
insert_link South Africa South Africa Activists Warn Against Afriforum and Solidarity’s “Destructive Game” In S.A, the Activists and Citizens Forum says Afriforum and Solidarity are busy with what it calls, a dangerous and destructive game. Spokesperson Dennis Bloem says the organisations are busy opening old wounds inflicted by their Apartheid leaders. Adding that the victims of apartheid are trying very hard not to be vengeful against their perpetrators: today3 March, 2025
insert_link South Africa S.A union COSATU Questions AfriForum’s U.S. Engagements COSATU's central executive committee has noted the latest headlines that a delegation from AfriForum had once again a meeting with officials from the United States’ administration. AfriForum and Solidarity met with US officials on Tuesday to secure funding for a separate Afrikaner settlement and community infrastructure in South Africa. Cosatu’s spokesperson, Zanele Sabela says the federation reiterates its stance and stands firmly behind president Cyril Ramaphosa and government in defence […] today1 March, 2025
insert_link South Africa Ntshavheni Urge AfriForum And Solidarity To Take Trump’s Offer If Unhappy in SA S.A's Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has hit back at AfriForum and Solidarity, urging them to accept US president Donald Trump’s offer to resettle in America if they are unhappy in South Africa. Ntshavheni accused the organisations of spreading false claims about the Expropriation Act and undermining the country: today28 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa In S.A, Afrikaans e-hailing service, WANATU, has resumed operations In S.A, Afrikaans e-hailing service, WANATU, has resumed operations after the High Court in Pretoria granted the company an urgent interdict preventing the Tshwane Metro Police from impounding its vehicles. With legal assistance from AfriForum, the court ruled in WANATU's favor. AfriForum's Louis Boshoff says the service was suspended earlier this month due to permit issues: today22 February, 2025
