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  • Julius Malema blames Ghana’s leadership for IMF, World Bank influence

    Julius Malema blames Ghana’s leadership for IMF, World Bank influence

    Renowned Pan-Africanist and South African politician, Julius Malema, has expressed concern over the present condition of Ghana under the leadership of Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

    Addressing the youth of Ghana and other African nations during an event organized by the AriseGhana Movement in Accra on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Julius Malema, the Commander in Chief of the Economic Freedom Fighters, expressed deep concern over the prevailing levels of corruption in the country.

    He emphasized that the escalating levels of corruption pose a significant threat to Ghana’s democracy, once regarded as a beacon for many African nations.

    He added that the current leadership of Ghana has failed in its duties which is why the country that led the liberation efforts in Africa is now being dictated to by the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

    “Ghana has had democratic elections in succession, which are peaceful. Of course, it experienced a bit of difficulty at some point, but since then Ghana has become the most celebrated democracy.

    “But the democracy of Ghana is threatened by corruption. A corruption that made sure that Ghana does not pay its international debt,” he said.

    The firebrand South African politician added, “As a result, Ghana is unable to self-determine because everything else is dictated to Ghana by IMF and the World Bank because the current leadership fails to honour their obligations”.

  • Allow your successors to govern with all their force – Julius Malema tells former presidents

    Allow your successors to govern with all their force – Julius Malema tells former presidents

    The leader and founder of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, has advised former African presidents to refrain from making the governance of their successors challenging.

    Speaking at a public dialogue organized by the pressure group AriseGhana in Accra on Tuesday, January 23, Mr Malema emphasized that former presidents should assume the role of statesmen, participating in state visits at home and avoiding engagement in opposition to their successors.

    He insisted that former presidents should not interfere in the affairs of ruling presidents and should be held accountable without involving themselves in any civilized democracy.

    “You have to ensure that democracy matures in such a manner in Africa, where the previous president does not make it his business to fight the current president, you must allow the new to lead with all their force because you were the same, it doesn’t mean you are perfect”.

    “No African leader, who is on retirement, should lead from the grave. They must all be like all other progressive former presidents who are statements at home, waiting for courtesy visits and consultations, and attending to other state functions. Those are the duties of former presidents because Africa must be stable, Africa must go through democracy at all times,” Mr Malema said.

    Mr Malema stressed the importance of allowing democracy to mature in Africa, where former presidents peacefully allow the new leaders to take charge.

    He urged them to be like other progressive former presidents who remain statesmen at home, participating in courtesy visits, consultations, and other state functions.

    Encouraging African leaders not to impose themselves beyond constitutional requirements, Malema highlighted the democratic principle of peacefully exiting when voted out of power.

    He called on all African leaders to leave office without resorting to military intervention, emphasizing that no one is born a leader, and political office should not be left with a coffin.

    “We call on all African leaders not to leave an office with a coffin. When the time comes for them to go they must leave without calling the army to to extend their term” he said at an event in Accra organised by Arise Ghana, titled, ‘A Day of Dialogue With Julius Malema.’

    “No one is born a leader. No one is a traditional leader in a political office. If you want to be a traditional leader, go and fight in your tribe for those types of issues. We don’t subscribe to people who want to leave a political office with a coffin,” he added.

  • Ex-presidents must wait for courtesy calls while at home, not fight current leaders – Malema

    Ex-presidents must wait for courtesy calls while at home, not fight current leaders – Malema

    Commander-In-Chief of South Africa’s far-left political party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Mr. Julius Malema, expressed the need for Africa’s democracy to mature to a point where former presidents refrain from actively opposing their successors.

    He shared this perspective during a public dialogue organized in Accra by the Ghanaian socialist pressure group AriseGhana on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

    “You have to ensure that democracy matures in such a manner in Africa, where the previous president does not make it his business to fight the current president, you must allow the new to lead with all their force because you were the same, it doesn’t mean you are perfect”.

    “No African leader, who is on retirement, should lead from the grave. They must all be like all other progressive former presidents who are statements at home, waiting for courtesy visits and consultations, and attending to other state functions. Those are the duties of former presidents because Africa must be stable, Africa must go through democracy at all times,” Mr Malema added.

    Malema further urged African leaders to refrain from going beyond what is required by the constitution when it comes to imposing themselves on their people.

    “We call on all African leaders not to leave an office with a coffin. When the time comes for them to go, they must leave without calling the army to extend their tenure. No one is born a leader, and no one is a traditional leader in a political office. If you want to be a traditional leader, go and fight in your tribe for those type of issues, we don’t subscribe to people who want to leave a political office with a coffin,” he added.

    “We will still give you a state funeral because you are a former President, we will still pay you pensions and give you protection and take care of you as long as you respect those who came after you”, Mr Malema noted.

    However, he cautioned the younger generation against abusing their power to remove the elder generation from positions of leadership.

    “We, as a younger generation of Africa, we must not seek to get rid of the old in a desperate manner to a point where we destroy institutional memory,” he said.

    Rather, “We must always make sure that the old co-exist with the young but the old must be prepared to pass the wisdom to the young ones. Because, at some point, the old must die for the new to emerge and it is not me calling for the killing of the elderly African leaders, nature dictates that the old at some point must die for the new to emerge”.

    “But this new must be prepared to learn from the old,” Mr Malema clarified.

    For example, he said: “I was in Liberia yesterday and I saw the inauguration of an old president, I got so worried but when I saw Vice President, I left Liberia in a very comfortable way, because I saw a generational mix, where the old and the young co-exist in one office and I hope the Vice President will not be suffocated because the president must know that with all his experience and advanced age, he has a duty to pass the baton to the younger generation”.

  • No one is born a leader, when your time is up leave for another to take over – Julius Malema tells African presidents

    No one is born a leader, when your time is up leave for another to take over – Julius Malema tells African presidents

    The leader and founder of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, has emphasized that leadership is not an inherent trait.

    Speaking at a public dialogue organized by the pressure group AriseGhana in Accra on Tuesday, January 23, Mr. Malema encouraged African presidents to gracefully step down when their time in office expires for successors to take over.

    He called on all African leaders to leave office without resorting to military intervention, emphasizing that no one is born a leader, and political office should not be left with a coffin.

    “We call on all African leaders not to leave an office with a coffin. When the time comes for them to go they must leave without calling the army to to extend their term.

    “No one is born a leader. No one is a traditional leader in a political office. If you want to be a traditional leader, go and fight in your tribe for those types of issues. We don’t subscribe to people who want to leave a political office with a coffin,” he added.

    He also advised former African presidents to refrain from making the governance of their successors challenging.

    He insisted that former presidents should not interfere in the affairs of ruling presidents and should be held accountable without involving themselves in any civilized democracy.

  • Corruption is a threat to Ghana’s democracy – Julius Malema 

    Corruption is a threat to Ghana’s democracy – Julius Malema 

    Prominent South African politician Julius Malema has expressed deep concerns about the integrity of Ghana’s democracy, citing corruption as a significant and imminent threat. 

    His remarks, delivered with a sense of urgency, highlight the pressing need for collective action to safeguard democratic principles in the West African nation.

    Speaking to Ghanaian Youth at an AriseGhana Event, Founder of Economic Freedom Fighters, a South African Political Party, highlighted corruption as impeding Ghana’s ability to repay international debts to institutions such as the IMF.

    “The democracy of Ghana is threatened by democracy. Today, because of democracy Ghana cannot pay its international debt.”

  • Shame on Ghana’s leadership for supporting Israel! – Julius Malema 

    Shame on Ghana’s leadership for supporting Israel! – Julius Malema 

    South African Politician, and charismatic leader of South Africa’s Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, has criticized the leadership of Ghana for expressing support for the ongoing events in Gaza. 

    Malema did not mince his words while expressing strong disapproval for actions against the people of Gaza and condemning those who endorse such actions.

    He argued that the people of Gaza had not committed any offense in their attempt to defend their territory, and that anyone who supported Israel is an enemy to South Africans. 

    “Shame on the Leadership of Ghana for supporting Israel,” he said. 

    During an event dubbed: ‘A dialogue with Julius Malema’ held at the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Accra, he vehemently stated that, “Anyone who said the people of Palestine must be killed is an enemy of ours. The people of Palestine have not committed any sin to anyone.” 

    His comments reflect a stance against the violence and conflicts that have plagued the region for years. Mr Malema further stated that Hamas, the governing authority in Gaza, is right in their demand for the people of Palestine to reclaim their land and exercise self-determination. 

    He called for international respect for the wishes of the Palestinian people, asserting that decisions about their future should not be imposed externally.

    Furthermore, the EFF leader criticized the idea of external entities, such as the United Nations, dictating terms for a two-state solution in Palestine. Malema argued that such decisions should be made by the Palestinians themselves, and not any external body.

  • Julius Malema outlines blueprint for addressing unemployment in Africa

    Julius Malema outlines blueprint for addressing unemployment in Africa

    South African politician Julius Malema delivered a compelling message during his recent visit to Ghana, emphasizing the importance of adhering to Kwame Nkrumah’s principles of state-led development. Malema warned that deviating from these principles could lead to challenges such as unemployment and exploitation in strategic sectors of the economy.

    Malema underscored the significance of maintaining Nkrumah’s vision of a state-driven development agenda, suggesting that such an approach is crucial for addressing issues like unemployment. He argued that when the state steps back from key economic sectors, the interests of profit-driven businesses may take precedence, often at the expense of workers.

    “If you drift away from Nkrumah‘s principles of state-led development and you prioritize strategic sectors of the economy, you will never address the issue of unemployment because the interests of business are to maximize profit,” Malema stated. He further pointed out that prioritization in profit-driven models often results in workers being removed to cut costs and boost profits.

    The South African politician highlighted the role of the state in creating a corrupt-free environment, asserting that a state-led, corruption-free development model is crucial for ensuring the absorption of a significant workforce. According to Malema, the primary role of the state should not be profit-making but rather generating sufficient resources to finance social responsibility programs.

    Malema’s remarks underscored the need for a balanced and strategic approach to economic development, one that aligns with the principles laid out by Ghana’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah. He emphasized that Nkrumah’s vision provides a blueprint for inclusive development that prioritizes the welfare of workers and ensures the state’s ability to fulfill its social responsibilities.

  • Africa’s unity is a threat to our enemies – Julius Malema

    Africa’s unity is a threat to our enemies – Julius Malema

    South African firebrand politician Julius Malema has delivered a powerful message during his recent visit to Ghana, emphasizing the urgent need for African unity. 

    In a stirring address, Malema highlighted the enduring challenges faced by Ghana and other African nations in achieving true independence, particularly in the economic sphere.

    He asserted that while countries like Ghana have advanced in terms of democracy, it continues to rely on outdated economic structures that perpetuate dependency on entities with historical ties to colonial powers. 

    Malema commended Ghana’s long-standing democracy, recognizing it as one of the oldest on the continent. However, he drew attention to the persistent issue of economic control, pointing out that the means of production in Ghana are still largely owned by entities with colonial ties. The discrepancy between political freedom and economic dependence, he argued, renders the former meaningless without the latter.

    “Ghana’s democracy is very old compared to other democracies in the continent but the means of production are still owned by those who previously colonized us and how do we go beyond that because political freedom without economic emancipation is meaningless and this type of engagement seek to ensure that the people of Africa are aware that if we stand divided only the imperialist and colonialist stands to benefit,” he stated. 

    “The unity of Africa is a threat to the enemies of Africa,” Malema passionately declared, emphasizing the importance of solidarity among African nations in the face of external pressures. 

    He warned against division, asserting that a fragmented Africa only serves the interests of imperialists and colonialists who continue to benefit from economic disparities.

  • Julius Malema visits Ghana; advocates economic emancipation for Africa 

    Julius Malema visits Ghana; advocates economic emancipation for Africa 

    South African politician Julius Malema has emphasized the need for Africa to move beyond mere political freedom and strive for economic emancipation. 

    He made the call on his visit to Ghana on January 23, 2024.  

    Acknowledging Ghana’s long-standing history of democracy on the continent, Malema pointed out the persistent challenge of economic control, which he believes remains in the hands of those who previously colonized the nation.

    Known for his outspoken stance on economic justice and pan-African unity, Julius Malema underscored the significance of breaking free from economic dependencies that trace their roots to the colonial era. 

    “…political freedom without economic emancipation is meaningless,” he asserted, challenging the prevailing status quo that has left many African nations grappling with economic structures established during the colonial period.

    During his address, Malema highlighted the fact that Ghana’s democracy stands as one of the oldest on the continent, yet economic power remains concentrated in the hands of entities with historical ties to colonial powers. This, he argued, hampers the true realization of independence and hinders the progress and prosperity of the African people.

    “Ghana’s democracy is very old compared to other democracies in the continent but the means of production are still owned by those who previously colonized us,” Malema pointedly stated, urging African nations to reassess their economic frameworks and explore strategies for reclaiming control over their resources. The South African politician believes that economic autonomy is essential for the continent to achieve genuine sovereignty.

    Malema’s message resonates with the broader sentiment across Africa, where discussions about economic independence have gained prominence. Advocates have argued that a united front is crucial in breaking the chains of economic exploitation, with the belief that only through collaboration and solidarity can African nations truly prosper.

    “The unity of Africa is a threat to the enemies of Africa,” Malema emphasized, highlighting the importance of fostering a sense of unity among African nations. He stressed that a divided Africa only serves the interests of external powers, perpetuating a cycle of economic dependency.

  • Political freedom without economic emancipation is meaningless – Julius Malema tells Ghanaians upon visit to Ghana

    Political freedom without economic emancipation is meaningless – Julius Malema tells Ghanaians upon visit to Ghana

    South African politician, Julius Malema, has delivered a compelling message during his recent visit to Ghana, asserting that political freedom without economic emancipation is meaningless. 

    Known for his passionate advocacy for economic justice and pan-African unity, Malema addressing the media, emphasized the need for Ghana and other African nations to break free from economic constraints inherited from the colonial era.

    He drew attention to the rich democratic history of Ghana, labeling it as one of the oldest on the continent. However, he challenged the prevailing economic landscape, asserting that despite political independence, the means of production in Ghana are still predominantly controlled by entities with colonial roots.

    “Ghana’s democracy is very old compared to other democracies in the continent but the means of production are still owned by those who previously colonized us,” he stated. 

    He further underscored the inherent disconnect between political sovereignty and economic control.

    “And how do we go beyond that because political freedom without economic emancipation is meaningless and this type of engagement seeks to ensure that the people of Africa are aware that if we stand divided only the imperialist and colonialist stands to benefit,” he added.

    Also, he noted that Ghana, despite its democratic achievements, has not been immune to economic challenges.

    He urged Ghanaians to critically examine the structures that perpetuate economic dependency and to actively pursue avenues for economic self-determination.

    Additionally, he stressed that a united Africa poses a threat to external forces that have historically benefited from a divided continent. 

    He, thus, called for solidarity among African nations, suggesting that only through collective action could the continent overcome economic exploitation.

    “The unity of Africa is a threat to the enemies of Africa,” he stated.

  • Julius Malema arrives in Ghana

    Julius Malema arrives in Ghana

    The Commander-In-Chief of the Economic Fighters Front (EFF), Julius Malema, is arrives in Accra today January 23, 2023, for a significant dialogue with the youth of Africa.

    Organized by AriseGhana, the event aims to offer Ghana’s youth an opportunity to glean insights from Malema’s fervent activism and radicalism, along with his unwavering passion for a liberated and united Africa.

    During his visit, Mr. Malema will make courtesy calls on H.E. John Agyekum Kufuor and H.E. John Dramani Mahama, the two living former Presidents of Ghana.

    AriseGhana, in a statement issued on Monday and signed by its co-convener Bernard Mornah, revealed that Malema will also pay homage to the legendary Pan-Africanist and first President of Ghana, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, by laying a wreath at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park.

    The statement extended a warm welcome to Mr. Malema and invited the general public and all progressives to attend and participate in this historic event.

  • Gov’t cancelling the Convention was God’s will – Cheddar

    Gov’t cancelling the Convention was God’s will – Cheddar

    Renowned figure and leader of the New Force, Nana Kwame Bediako, popularly known as Cheddar, has expressed gratitude to God Almighty for the cancellation of the New Convention event which was slated to take place on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Black Star Square.

    Cheddar recently made a significant appearance at Perez Dome to express his gratitude and thanksgiving.

    Having been a dedicated member of the Perez Dome community for 21 years, Cheddar highlighted the importance of his faith and the influence of God in his life.

    Despite facing unexpected challenges, including the cancellation of New Convention event due to “unforeseen” circumstances, an event scheduled to take place at the Black Star square, he emphasized that every prayer he directed towards God had been answered.

    “ I started fasting the first day of the year, I do it at the beginning of the year, with the church and by myself, so I was praying that let the Convention be successful so that it can reach Africans but I want to tell you this, everything I have asked God he has giving it to me.

    “So I was expecting more and just an hour before the event I was told the event was cancelled with helicopters and with men, guns and soldiers, you can’t fight this one you have to step back.

    “I went back to God to ask, I thought you said you were going to make the event successful but he said God meant for the event to be cancelled for the event to be successful,” Cheddar stated.

    The Convention was to bring together thought leaders in Africa including Professor PLO Lumumba, Peter Obi, Julius Malema, and others to speak on key challenges confronting Africa’s development.

    Hours after the cancellation, the leaders of the Convention organized a press conference at Cantonments.

    Professor PLO Lumumba said, “We came to Ghana to share a message of hope that Africa needs at this time and there is no better place to begin that message than Accra Ghana.

    “It is in Accra that Osageyefo Kwame Nkrumah almost 67 years ago, spoke to the world and said the ‘Independence of Ghana is meaningless until it is linked with the independence of the African continent’”.

    He said 67 years later, they were congregating in Accra in the very same place where the founding fathers of Ghana stood to make that statement but they were stopped bizarrely.

    Professor PLO Lumumba, however, said, “The message will be served” as the journey of hope “continues with the youth.”

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jRfccjMPx4
  • Malema urges South Africans to boycott Israeli goods

    Malema urges South Africans to boycott Israeli goods

    The Economic Freedom Fighters, a political party in South Africa, held a protest outside the Israeli embassy in Pretoria, the capital city.

    Julius Malema, the leader of a political party, recently said that Israel’s government doesn’t care about people and he wants to close the embassy.

    Mr Malema also told shops in the country to take away Israeli-made products from their shelves by the end of October.

    If they don’t take out products from Israel, we will take them out ourselves. Mr Malema said that we do not want the products of Israel to be sold in South Africa. We do not want to consume food from individuals who are responsible for the deaths of innocent people.

    The ruling African National Congress (ANC) protested outside Israel’s embassy on Friday.

    ANC Deputy Secretary General Nomvula Mokonyane urged South Africans to stop buying products from Israel to show support for the Palestinians.

    Ms Mokonyane repeated South Africa’s request for an urgent stop to fighting in the Middle East.

    A woman who spoke for the ANC Women’s League left her job last week. She said the party didn’t understand the “Jewish point of view” in the Israel-Palestine conflict.

  • I will go beyond friendship and supply weapons to Russia – SA’s Julius Malema

    I will go beyond friendship and supply weapons to Russia – SA’s Julius Malema

    The leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), the third-largest political party in South Africa, has declared he will “supply weapons to Russia” since Moscow is “in a war with imperialism”.

    In an interview with the BBC in Johannesburg, Julius Malema insisted that “South Africa is an ally of Russia” and that the ANC government’s position of non-alignment only applied to the war in Ukraine.

    “I will go beyond the friendship with Russia. In the war, I will align with Russia and I will even supply the weapons,” Mr Malema told HARDtalk’s Stephen Sackur.

    The EFF also wants South Africa to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC).

    The ICC has issued an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin for alleged war crimes but Mr Malema has pledged to prevent any attempt to arrest the Russian president if he attends next month’s Brics summit in Cape Town.

    Mr Malema made the comments following a diplomatic row in which the US ambassador to South Africa alleged that weapons and ammunition were loaded onto a Russian vessel docked in the country last December.

    The South African government has denied approving any arms shipments to Russia.