EFF teeters on its last legs

A new book launched this week promises to "unearth" the secrets of EFF leader Julius Malema, but it may be more of a eulogy than a warning of his party's power.

- KYLE ZEEMAN

The once-mighty EFF roared into townships and major cities, promising service delivery, WiFi, and land for all. It made a splash, and Malema was seen as the young upstart who was sure to either be president or give it a real go.

More than a decade later, the party looks as drained as its leader. The fight is still in it, but not the vigour.

Age has caught up with them and they seem less like hungry soldiers and more like comfortable military veterans content to watch the chaos around them. This image reflected on Malema's face in court this week.