Malema Demands Retraction And Apology From Helen Zille Over Alleged Defamatory Claims

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has taken legal steps against Democratic Alliance (DA) Federal Chairperson Helen Zille following remarks she allegedly made about him during an eNCA interview on Sunday, 8 November 2026.

In a formal legal demand issued through his attorneys, Malema accuses Zille of making false and defamatory allegations concerning his alleged influence over decisions in the City of Johannesburg.

According to the EFF, Zille claimed that Malema dictated certain municipal decisions, exercised control over City Power, influenced a fleet procurement tender for the benefit of himself and companies allegedly linked to him, and instructed the appointment of former police officer Shadrack Sibiya as head of the City’s anti-corruption unit.

Malema’s legal representatives have rejected the claims, describing them as untrue and damaging to their client’s reputation.

The attorneys are demanding that Zille withdraw the disputed statements, issue a public apology, release a formal statement and provide a written undertaking that she will not repeat the allegations.

Zille has reportedly been given until close of business on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, to meet the demands.

Should she fail to comply within the specified period, Malema’s legal team says it intends to pursue further legal action.

Zille has yet to respond to the legal demand.

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