{
  "id": 11258721,
  "title": "Mabuyane granted leave to appeal in Malema defamation case",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/mabuyane-granted-leave-to-appeal-in-malema-defamation-case",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-01T18:17:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SABC News",
    "slug": "sabc-news",
    "url": "https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/mabuyane-granted-leave-to-appeal-defamation-case-against-malema/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The High Court in KuGompo City has granted Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane permission to appeal a defamation case against EFF leader Julius Malema. Malema accused Mabuyane of stealing his Master's degree during a speech to party supporters in April. Mabuyane's request for Malema to retract the comments was denied by the court in June. Mabuyane's spokesperson, Sonwabo Mbananga, stated they are pursuing additional legal options. The premier expressed satisfaction with the decision granting him leave to appeal, stating they will consult with their legal team regarding the next steps. Mabuyane's office emphasized respect for the court process and pledged to communicate any significant developments through the proper channels.",
  "summary": "Oscar Mabuyane granted leave to appeal to the defamation case against Julius Malema.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}