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- Rumors regarding the alleged divorce of EFF leader Julius Malema and his wife have gone viral on South African social media.
- A YouTube channel, ‘Trending with Stay,’ reported on February 27, 2026, that Malema’s wife is reportedly filing for divorce.
- This follows earlier social media speculation from personality Musa Khawula, who had previously tweeted about the couple’s separation.
- Khawula’s initial tweet was reportedly removed, leading to speculation that he had been paid to take it down.
The re-emergence of the divorce claims by Khawula, despite his previous retraction, has fueled extensive discussion online. Social media users, including EFF members, have reacted strongly to the news, with some expressing support for Malema and others noting the nature of public figures in the digital age. The ‘Trending with Stay’ host highlighted that in the world of social media, details about public figures often become subjects of widespread discussion, regardless of attempts to suppress them.
Timeline
- Several weeks ago (prior to Feb 27, 2026): Musa Khawula first tweeted about Malema’s wife moving out, then reportedly removed the tweet.
- February 27, 2026: Musa Khawula reportedly tweets again, alleging Malema’s wife is filing for divorce.
- February 27, 2026: ‘Trending with Stay’ YouTube channel covers the viral rumors.
Key Players
- Julius Malema: Leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
- Malema’s Wife: Allegedly filing for divorce.
- Musa Khawula: Social media personality who initially spread and later re-reported the divorce claims.
- Trending with Stay: YouTube channel reporting on the viral story.
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