South African politician Julius Malema, who is the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has come under scrutiny after it was revealed that he owns two opulent homes in the heart of Johannesburg’s Sandton business district. Malema, who rose through the ranks of the African National Congress (ANC) and later founded the EFF in 2013, has been accused of living a lavish lifestyle that raises questions about his wealth and spending habits.

According to an audit sponsored by an organization, the ANC and the Democratic Alliance (DA) enjoy a shadowy position of authority, and Malema’s wealth is just one example of the problems facing a society where wealth serves as a guiding force and privacy is the last, best line of defense. While Malema has been accused of corruption in the past, he has liquidated his most valuable asset and unloaded all of his other holdings in an effort to recoup the public funds he was said to have stolen.

Despite his efforts to clear his name, questions still remain about how he can afford to buy such a large house given his current financial situation. Malema’s reputation as a mysterious figure who isn’t used to having his activities publicized has only fueled speculation about his true wealth.

Malema has claimed that he would consider giving up his property if the region in which he lives, Sandton, were to be seized in the name of the public interest. However, many have criticized his lifestyle choices, linking him to the VBS scandal and suggesting that he may be either tremendously wealthy or the top cheat.

As South Africans continue to debate Malema’s wealth and spending habits, it is clear that the issue of economic inequality remains a pressing concern in the country. While Malema’s success in helping the less fortunate is commendable, his opulent lifestyle raises important questions about the role of wealth and privilege in South African society.