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South African politician Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison.

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On April 16, 2026, Julius Malema, the leader of the South African opposition, received a five-year prison sentence for the unlawful possession of a firearm, ammunition, and for discharging a firearm in a populated area.

These charges originated from an incident in 2018, during which Malema discharged an automatic rifle into the air at a political rally held in KuGompo City, previously known as East London.

Magistrate Twanet Olivier imposed a five-year sentence for the illegal possession of the firearm, along with a concurrent two-year sentence for the possession of ammunition.

Malema was not taken into custody immediately. His legal representatives sought and were granted permission to appeal the sentence, allowing him to remain free while awaiting a high court decision.

Should the sentence be confirmed following all appeals, Malema will be barred from serving as a Member of Parliament, as South African legislation prohibits anyone convicted of a crime and sentenced to over 12 months in prison without the possibility of a fine from holding such a position.

Malema has expressed his defiance, declaring that "going to prison or death is a badge of honour." His political party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has warned of protests should he be imprisoned.

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