Julius Malema declares Lindt chocolates, R7K sheep gift — but no interest-free loans | MP'S DECLARATION

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has been gifted a sheep worth R7,000, Lindt chocolate, and a bottle of wine.  

The details emerged from the latest declarations made by Members of Parliament (MPs), as captured in the report adopted and released on Friday by the Joint Committee on Ethics and Members’ Interests. 

The Register of Members' Interests lists South African MPs’ financial and personal interests to promote transparency and prevent conflicts of interest.

For the first time, all 400 public representatives submitted their declarations by the stipulated deadline.

Malema, who is known for his radical political rhetoric and often controversial parliamentary behavior, also listed a directorship in Mgagao Shamba. 

This is part of his remunerated work outside of Parliament. 

The business focuses on farming, events, and sales.

Under gifts and hospitality, Malema disclosed receiving a bottle of wine and a box of Lindt Lindor chocolates from Liu Kaiyang of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China. 

He did not disclose the value of the wine.

Malema declared that he was gifted sheep worth R7,000 by BaPedi Queen Lenaganabatho II Manyaku Thulare.

He declared no ownership of property or land.

Malema also had no interest-free loans or sponsorships to declare.

Malema listed several family trusts under his name:

Ratanang Family Trust – Beneficiary: Ratanang Malema (his son).

Munzhedzi Family Trust – Beneficiaries: Himself, his wife Mantoa Matlala, and children Ratanang, Munzhedzi, and Kopano Malema.

Kopano Charity Trust – Beneficiary: Listed as for charity.

Mazimbu Investment Trust – Beneficiaries: Himself, his wife, and their children.

Malema and his party are known for fiery debates and frequent disruptions in Parliament. 

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