Zuma leads MK delegation to mourn Malema's mother

Jacob Zuma's MK crew heads to Julius Malema's family spot in Polokwane to console him over his mom's death.

Condolences cross bitter rival lines

• Former President Jacob Zuma leads the uMkhonto weSizwe Party delegation personally.
• The trip happens in the coming days to offer support after Mme Martha Malema passed.
• Zuma calls it a gesture of shared humanity despite fierce party clashes.

Mother left lasting mark on son

• Mme Martha Malema raised Julius Malema in Seshego township through tough times.
• She drilled in hard work, discipline and fighting for the marginalised early on.
• Her recent short illness took her away leaving a huge gap in family and community.

Gesture sparks hopeful chatter

• Social media lights up with praise for politicians acting human during grief.
• Many see potential for eased tensions between MK Party and EFF in Limpopo.
• Observers note it won't erase deep ideological splits over land and economy.

Ubuntu shines through politics

• Zuma's team pays tribute using Nxamalala to show respect and solidarity.
• The visit reminds everyone leaders face personal pain like anyone else.
• Malema's Polokwane home shifts from political hub to mourning space briefly.