Nota Baloyi has once again reignited his ongoing feud with Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema, this time aligning himself with Tesla billionaire Elon Musk in criticizing the controversial politician. The spark was lit when Musk reacted to a video of Malema speaking out against “whiteness” and labelled him an “international criminal” on X. Malema swiftly responded, declaring he would proudly fight for equality for black people, even if it meant being labeled as a criminal.
Baloyi, who has never been shy about voicing his disdain for Malema, used Musk’s comment as an opportunity to intensify his criticism. He took to social media, claiming that Malema, while allegedly fighting for black South Africans, is only fighting for his own interests. Baloyi further slammed the EFF leader for wearing international designer brands at events like the Durban July instead of supporting local South African designers, calling it hypocritical in the context of his political stance.
The public backlash against Nota’s support for Musk, rather than Malema, has been swift. Many South Africans have expressed their disagreement, feeling that Baloyi’s remarks are out of touch with local realities and political movements. His call for people to abandon the EFF and think for themselves has divided opinions, especially as Malema continues to be a prominent figure in the country’s political scene.
Nota’s latest rant against Julius Malema has stirred up more than just social media reactions. In a bold move, he even criticized Malema’s father, blaming him for the EFF leader’s inability to properly lead the country. As the tensions between the two men escalate, it remains clear that Baloyi’s animosity towards Malema is far from over, and his comments will continue to fuel the heated political discourse in South Africa.
