– A social worker testified that jailing Julius Malema would negatively impact his family and the communities he serves, potentially barring him from Parliament.
– Malema, convicted on firearm-related charges, maintained he used a replica firearm and expressed regret, while his legal team is bolstered by advocate Tembeka Ngcukaitobi.
– EFF supporters gathered outside the court, with the party vowing to appeal the case extensively, claiming it is politically motivated by AfriForum.
