Cape Town – EFF leader Julius Malema has urged South Africans to prioritise local employment in municipalities, suggesting that Zimbabweans should seek jobs in their own country.
Speaking at a rally in Seshego, Limpopo over the weekend, Malema criticised tenders allegedly awarded to foreign-owned companies, though municipal officials denied wrongdoing.
“We don’t disagree that Zimbabweans should be given jobs, but they should be given jobs in their municipalities in Harare and other areas so we have opportunities to get jobs in our municipalities.”
Malema said that while foreigners can be employed, South Africans should receive first preference amid high unemployment.
“When we say we want jobs where we pay for services, we are not saying we don’t want Zimbabweans. We are saying we should be given first preference before everyone else to get jobs.”
His position has faced criticism for inconsistency, as he has previously encouraged Zimbabweans to work in South Africa while still advocating for local job preference.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
