KWAZULU-NATAL – Julius Malema has once again claimed that Donald Trump and Elon Musk are scared of him. The leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters made the comments during Youth Day celebrations on 16 June 2025 in Umlazi. The party held its celebrations at the King Zwelithini Stadium, where Malema once again turned his attention to the United States of America President and the world’s richest man. Malema targets Trump, Starlink, and Musk.

The leader of the Red Berets once more focused on the US President and the Tesla owner during his speech. Since they both claimed that terrible things were taking place in the country, Malema has been at odds with the two. Additionally, Malema was previously branded a global criminal by Musk. Malema claimed in his speech that Musk and Trump were both afraid of the EFF. He then turned to himself and said that the company would never exist in South Africa if it refused to follow the law. Musk previously stated that he wasn’t allowed a license to operate in the country because he wasn’t black.

In addition, Malema made it clear once more in his speech that there was no white genocide. pay close attention to Musk's satellite internet service, Starlink. Everything you need to know about Trump and the EFF • Malema’s party described Trump as a KKK leader after Ebrahim Rasool was expelled from the USA. • On the occasion of the US President's 100th day in office, Malema took a dig at him. • Malema retaliated against Musk after the SpaceX CEO referred to him as a global criminal. • The EFF hit back at Trump after he expressed doubts about attending the G20 Summit. • During the meeting with the South African delegation, Malema responded to Trump's calls for his arrest. • Malema taunted Trump and Musk after the ConCourt ruled that the Kill the Boer song was not hate speech. Malema's remarks divided South Africans.

The EFF leader’s comments sparked mixed reactions online, as some supported Malema, while others claimed he was just trying to stay relevant.