Julius Malema and His Son Dance at EFF Jazz Hour Vol 6 Launch, South Africans Weigh In on Video

• Julius Malema was filmed dancing alongside his son Ratanang and Godrich Gardee at the EFF Jazz Hour Vol. 6 launch
• Jazz Hour Vol. 6 is the latest release in an ongoing EFF music series that blends jazz with resistance anthems
• South Africans online debated whether Ratanang's public appearance signals a planned succession within the EFF

Byron Pillay, a Briefly News journalist, has dedicated a decade to reporting on the South African political landscape, crime, and social issues. He worked as a newspaper journalist for 10 years before transitioning to online.

JOHANNESBURG — Economic Freedom Fighters President Julius Malema was filmed dancing alongside his son Ratanang and EFF Deputy President Godrich Gardee at the party's Jazz Hour Vol. 6 launch and listening session on the evening of 1 October 2026 in Johannesburg.

The EFF shared a 30-second clip on X showing the group in a candid, celebratory moment inside a dimly lit venue with red ambient lighting, moving energetically to struggle songs. The footage quickly attracted attention online, with many users focusing less on the music and more on Ratanang's prominent appearance at the event.

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EFF's Jazz Hour series and cultural outreach

Jazz Hour Vol. 6 is the latest release in an ongoing EFF music series that blends jazz with resistance anthems.

The project forms part of the party's broader cultural outreach strategy ahead of the 2026 elections, and is promoted under the hashtag #VictoryOrDeath. The album is available on major streaming platforms.

Ratanang's appearance fuels succession talk

Ratanang Malema's visibility at the event prompted debate across social media about whether his father is grooming him for a future leadership role within the organisation.

@Phididi1 wrote:

"This is good to see; why build something if you can't pass it down to your kids. Malema built this organisation; it is his, and Ratanang must inherit it."

@MfaneloButhele2 said:

"The incoming president of EFF, Ratanang, is dancing."

@AppollisPe69411 added:

"The EFF President in waiting being introduced."

@MusaNgxabane commented:

"Ratanang is ready for his machinery."

Not everyone was enthusiastic.

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@Nichoza2 wrote:

"Like the Zuma family, he is preparing his son to take over the family legacy. Foot soldiers will be rewarded with KFC and free buses and T-shirts."

@ThePitBull007 was dismissive:

"This Stokvel is done."

Ratanang Malema criticises magistrate

Briefly News previously reported that Ratanang addressed EFF supporters outside the East London Magistrate's Court.

Julius Malema's son came out in support of his father and criticised Magistrate Twanet Olivier, saying she was a racist.

South Africans took to social media to weigh in on Ratanang's comments, with many questioning some of his utterances.

Source: Briefly News