Controversial South African opposition politician Julius Malema has paid a glowing tribute to veteran Kenyan author Ngũgĩ Wa Thiong'o, who died on Wednesday, saying he used his literary work to fight for the expansion of the democratic space.
Malema, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party leader, said Prof Ngũgĩ stood for and promoted what he termed as hard truth, through his literary work, which African leaders must adopt if the continent is to experience true liberation.
In a statement through the party, Malema highlighted Ngungi's unwavering commitment to decolonisation, African identity, and radical economic transformation.
Malema said Ngũgĩ's work serves as a blueprint for African liberation, offering lessons that remain relevant in the current political and economic struggles.
