Malema and his bride dazzle at their wedding
Julius Malema is finally a married man. The Economic Freedom Fighters leader married his high school sweetheart, Mantwa Matlala in a lavish ceremony in his hometown of Seshego.
The ceremony was quite an exclusive affair that was strictly invite only, f0r the private couple. Pictures on social media told the love story that many had been hoping to catch a glimpse of the whole day.
Striking a rather stylish pair, the bride and groom wore modern Pedi outfits made in Pedi colours, which were designed by Matome Seshoka of Antherline Designs. The bride’s dress was made of crystal tulle fabric, raw silk and duchess satin in royal blue, while Malema cut quite a dapper figure in a navy blue casual suit believed to be a David Tlale original.
No expense was seemingly spared for the wedding extravaganza judging by the elaborate decor that adorned the marquees that were erected at the bride’s home. The main table, with throne-like chairs was decorated in white and pink flowers enough to make any florist blush.
Guests sat on Tiffany chairs and tables covered with silver tablecloths also decorated in pink and white flowers.
Neighbours feel left out of Malema wedding
By Ayanda Sitole & Nomzamo Ngcobo
Stylish guests in luxury vehicles pull up to the double storey house at the corner of Bolero Street in Seshego, Zone 1 in Polokwane.
Today is the wedding of well-known political leader Julius Malema and his long-time friend Mantwa Matlala.
Condo Malete (30) is Mantwa’s neighbour. He didn’t get an invitation to the wedding so he sits under a tree and watches the glamorous guests pass by.
“Mantwa is a beautiful girl; I’ve known her since we were children,” he says, “she’s very shy and only opens up to people she knows.”
He says Malema is well known in the neighbourhood and has been seen paying a visit to the Matlala family for many years.
“I would see his car come in and out of Mantwa’s house since he was the president of the youth league. I admired him but I didn’t know he was dating her,” He says.
Today he is surprised to see guests dressed in their finest clothing to attend their wedding.
“I saw the tent being put up a few days ago. I knew there would be an occasion but I didn’t expect this,” he adds.
Matale says although he is not a supporter of the EFF. He likes Malema’s personality and considers him to be an all-round great guy.
“Malema’s home is a few blocks from here, he used to be a regular guy like the rest of us who grew up here. Now he’s a very powerful leader, many people in our neighbourhood revere him,” he says.
While guests make their way through the gates that lead to the Matlala home, Condo watches on wishing he could take part in the celebrations.
But, six butch security guards wearing red ties, which is the colour for the EFF, scan every outsider who tries to make their way through.
One security guard told the DRUM team that taking pictures is not allowed and ordered us to stop doing so.
Neighbours have also been ordered by security guards not to climb on top of their walls to try and see activities inside the venue where the wedding is taking place.
One neighbour who wants to remain anonymous tells DRUM, “Mantwa is a nice person and she is young. We are happy for them but we wish they invited us, we would have loved to see what is happening inside.”
Another neighbour adds, “They said they couldn’t invite the whole township.”
The message is clear: Those who are not invited will have to brave the cold weather watching in anticipation and hoping to get in.
Familiar faces grace Julius Malema’s wedding
Additional reporting by Drum's Sharon Seretlo
By 6pm on Saturday night in Seshego, Polokwane, the buzz and excitement around the wedding of Julius Malema and his new wife Mantwa Matlala had died down.
Community members stood outside the entrance gate throughout the day in hopes of catching a glimpse of the newly weds.
But security guards who barred spectators from entering the bride’s home, securely held the fort.
Dark clouds and rainy weather ended the excitement abruptly. Residents walked away holding their umbrellas and clinging to their dashed hopes.
While fans of the EFF president were disappointed not to see their favourite politician and his wife, those who stood firmly at the entrance got a glimpse of some of the high profile guests and celebrities that graced the occasion.
The first recognisable face to arrive was Skeem Sam actor Eric Macheru who neighbours proudly announced that he too grew up in the township of Seshego.
Neighbours hoping to catch a glimpse of the wedding ceremony.
Dali Mpofu
Former Muvhango actress Lerato Moloi.
The marquee outside the bride’s house.
Scandal! actress Jo-Anne Reyneke pulled up in a white convertible Mercedes Benz and dramatically swerved away from photographers while waving frantically at security guards to let her in.
World War Z actor and one of EFF ‘ S first celebrity supporter Fana Mokoena made a quiet entrance, some were disappointed that the successful actor, who has made a name for himself in Hollywood was driving a less than glamorous white Audi A4.
EFF chairperson Dali Mpofu received a cheer from the crowd when he rolled down his window for photographers to take a picture of him.
Former Limpopo premier Cassel Mathale waved excitedly as the crowed cheered him on but sadly some neighbours who came in their brightest traditional attire were turned down from entering because they were not invited guests.
The highlight of the day was when spectators ran frantically at the sight of a landing helicopter speculating that Malema had arrived to a grand entrance.
Sadly DRUM spotted unfamiliar faces stepping out of the aircraft but soon rumours that Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe had arrived started circulating.
While guests were disappointed that they did not get toy see Malema and his bride, many believe tomorrow will present a new opportunity.
As with customary South African wedding practices. A welcoming ceremony for the bride will be held at the grooms home the following day after the main event.
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