EFF leader Julius Malema has cautioned African leaders against “bowing” to US President Donald Trump, warning that doing so could undermine the sovereignty of African states.
Speaking at the Nigerian Bar Association’s annual conference in Enugu, Malema called for a united, borderless Africa with a single leadership, economy, and military, arguing that unity is the only way to protect the continent’s future from foreign influence.
Political analysts, however, question the practicality of his vision. Speaking to VOC News, Sanet Solomon noted that domestic realities in South Africa and other African countries make continental unity difficult.
“I think that given the challenges South Africans are facing, citizens would like resources to be distributed locally. There has been a push for stronger borders, and that goes completely against what Malema is hoping to achieve,” Solomon explained.
She noted that while Malema’s rhetoric seeks to inspire continental unity, it may clash with nationalist movements within countries that are prioritising internal governance.
“In this sense, his call could be regarded as controversial, as it suggests states would need to give up some sovereignty for a broader African union. That is highly unlikely in the current climate,” Solomon added.
Malema’s vision echoes long-standing Pan-Africanist ideals, but analysts argue the continent remains deeply divided by national interests, political instability, and economic inequality.
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