Julius Malema Sparks Divorce Rumours After Deleting Wife's Instagram Pics, SA Jokes She's Joining MK
- Speculation is rife that Julius Malema's marriage is in trouble after he deleted photos of his wife from his Instagram
- Julius and Mantwa Matlala have been married since 2014 and will celebrate their 10th anniversary on 27 December 2024
- Some social media users joked that Malema's wife is jumping ship to the uMkhonto weSizwe Party
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Is there trouble in paradise for Julius Malema? Speculation is rife that the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader’s marriage to Matwa Matala is on the rocks after Malema’s actions.
The Commander in Chief of the Red Berets got people talking when he removed his wife's photos from Instagram.
Malema sparks divorce rumours
Juju got social media buzzing when he removed all images of his wife Mantwa from his Instagram account.
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Malema currently has 84 photos on his account. He previously had photos of the two of them together, including ones of their trip to the 2024 Durban July.
While there are no photos of Mantwa anymore, Malema did keep the photos of his children up.
Malema has 2 children with Mantwa
Mantwa and Julius have two sons together, Kopano and Munzhedzi. The EFF leader also has a third child from a previous relationship.
The pair were married in a private ceremony in 2014 and are due to celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary on 27 December. Little was known about Mantwa prior to her marriage to Juju, and she isn't active on social media or in politics.
South Africans make fun of Malema
With rumours floating around that his marriage is on the rocks, social media users poked fun at the situation.
Thee Law said:
“Leave him, sisi. He is suffering from bipolar.”
Riaan Conradie joked:
“She is probably also going to the MK Party.”
Gavaza Mushwana stated:
“I’ve always wondered how she is coping with him, because wow.”
Mgwena David Selopyane teased:
“She's moving to MK.”
Comenice Don Jnr speculated:
“I think those thin images of her hubby on social media are embarrassing her, that's why she wants out.”
Broer Juju appealed:
“Guys, please can you give CIC Malema a break as he is going through a lot right now.”
What you need to know about Julius Malema
Julius Malema was raised in Limpopo province by his mother, a domestic worker, and his grandmother. At nine, he became involved with the Masupatsela, a youth wing of the African National Congress (ANC), often called the Young Pioneers. His political journey began in earnest when he joined the ANC Youth League in 1994, rapidly ascending to leadership roles.
Malema was also a prominent figure in the Congress of South African Students (COSAS), serving as its provincial chairperson in 1997 and later as national president from 2001 to 2004. His leadership trajectory continued in 2008 when he was elected president of the ANC Youth League during a highly contested conference.
In 2013, Malema founded the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), unveiling the party in July and officially launching it in October. As the party’s commander-in-chief, he positioned the EFF as a radical leftist movement advocating for economic justice. Its platform includes bold proposals such as nationalising mines and banks and redistributing land, reflecting many ideas Malema had championed during his time in the ANC.
Malema gushes over wife in birthday post
In a related article, EFF leader Malema shared a loving birthday message to his wife, Mantwa, on 30 January 2023.
Briefly News reported that the Red Berets Commander in Chief left social media users gushing over his latest post that celebrated his love.
Social media users were in awe of his message, as the EFF head showed off his romantic side on Instagram with the post.
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