Julius Malema Pursues Legal Action Against Ngizwe Mchunu for Defamatory Statements Johannesburg, South Africa — Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has filed an urgent contempt of court application against Ngizwe Mchunu, a controversial media figure, on charges of continued defamatory statements despite previous court orders. Malema is seeking a six-month prison sentence for Mchunu, who has been accused of defying the court’s directives.
The saga began in May 2026 when Mchunu issued a formal, unconditional public apology and retraction of defamatory statements he had made against Malema.
These statements included unfounded allegations that Malema had received 60 million from Nigerian drug dealers and illegal foreigners, as well as accusations of looting the collapsed VBS Mutual Bank and misappropriating funds.
The North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria ruled that Mchunu’s statements were defamatory and ordered him to refrain from repeating the allegations. Despite the court’s ruling, Malema alleged that Mchunu continued to make defamatory remarks about him.
On June 8, 2026, Malema filed a contempt of court application in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, accusing Mchunu of intentionally and unlawfully continuing to make defamatory statements despite the court order.
The application seeks an order declaring Mchunu guilty of contempt of court and sentencing him to six months’imprisonment without the option of a fine.
The court has set the matter down for hearing on June 17, 2026.
In response to the application, Mchunu will have to file an answering affidavit by June 10, 2026.
The EFF leader’s legal action highlights the ongoing battle between him and Mchunu, which has garnered significant attention in the media and among the public. Malema’s pursuit of legal action against Mchunu underscores the importance of adhering to court orders and the legal consequences of making defamatory statements.
The case also serves as a reminder of the ongoing debate around freedom of speech and the balance between protecting reputations and allowing for robust public discourse.
As the legal battle unfolds, the public will be watching to see how the courts interpret the boundaries of free speech and the responsibilities of media figures in a democratic society.
The outcome of this case could have significant implications for the future of political discourse in South Africa and beyond.
In the meantime, Julius Malema and Ngizwe Mchunu await the court’s decision, which could potentially result in a six-month prison sentence for the latter.
The controversy surrounding their feud continues to generate headlines and spark discussions on the role of media in contemporary politics.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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