Julius Malema–Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader and member of parliament have expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming messages of condolences following the death of his grandmother on Saturday, Koko Sarah Malema.
Malema posted on his Twitter account Sunday saying his grandmother was a loyal and a “dependable force in the struggle”, saying they had been through a lot together.
Malema is understood to have had a close relationship with Koko Sarah and was raised by her after his mother, Florah, died during his childhood.
“We want to take this opportunity to thank you for the messages of condolences for our grandmother. Your words are indeed helping us to navigate this uncertain time. She was my loyal & dependable force in the struggle. We have been through a lot together. Thank you, everyone,” Malema tweeted.
The EFF party issued a statement:
RIP!