The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) is a South African communist and black nationalist political party. It was founded by expelled former African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) president Julius Malema, and his allies, on 26 July 2013. [16]

Julius Sello Malema (born 3 March 1981) is a South African politician. He is the founder and leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), a populist [ 1 ] far-left political party known for the red berets and military-style outfits worn by its members.

Jan 11, 2025 · Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), South African political party formed in 2013 by former African National Congress (ANC) member Julius Malema and others. The EFF presented itself as a ‘radical, leftist, anti-capitalist and anti-imperialist movement.’

2 days ago · Julius Malema is a name that has become synonymous with controversy and outspoken views in South African politics. As the founder and leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), a populist far-left political party, Malema has been a key figure in shaping the country’s political landscape. In this article, we will delve into Malema’s ...

Feb 11, 2024 · Economic Freedom Fighters party founder Julius Malema addressed a packed 56,000-capacity Moses Mabhida Stadium in the coastal city of Durban as he launched the party’s election manifesto to the delight of supporters. “This is not a manifesto of promises, it’s a manifesto of commitments,” he said.

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) announced its formation on 27 July, 2013 in Soweto. The party was formed by former ANC Youth League leader Julius Malema and former ANC Youth League spokesman Floyd Shivambu.

Jan 27, 2025 · Julius Malema, South African politician known for his fiery outspoken nature and inspiring oratory. He served as president (2008–12) of the African National Congress Youth League and then as leader of the Economic Freedom …

Feb 13, 2015 · According to the EFF’s publication ‘The Coming Revolution’, Julius Malema had earned the title of Commander-in Chief of the Economic Freedom Fighters when he was still the president of the ANC Youth League as the struggle for economic freedom does not possess organisational boundaries and confines.

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) announced its formation on 27 July, 2013 in Soweto. The party was formed by former ANC Youth League leader Julius Malema and former ANC Youth League spokesman Floyd Shivambu.

Thus, in 2013, Malema and his comrades from the ANCYL and other organisations formed their own political party and called it the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF). He became the leading figure of the EFF and represented the main reason for its conception.