AfriForum Files Contempt of Court Application Against Julius Malema and EFF
AfriForum seeks prison time for Malema
AfriForum has filed a contempt of court application against the Economic Freedom Fighters and party leader Julius Malema, seeking a R500,000 fine and an 18-month prison sentence. According to court filings reported by IOL and Newsday, the legal action stems from alleged violations of court orders regarding hate speech and conduct.
Escalating battle over political rhetoric
EFF brushes off mounting legal challenges
As reported by the Mail & Guardian, EFF official Mbuyiseni Gardee brushed off the mounting legal challenges, stating that the party will not be distracted by critics, using the metaphor that they face a crocodile rather than smaller reptiles.
Enforcing judicial authority in court
The application asks the court to enforce strict penalties, including the custodial sentence for Malema, to uphold judicial authority.