Jacob Zuma, a prominent South African politician, held the presidency from 2009 to 2018. Throughout his political journey, Zuma's trajectory has been a blend of achievements and controversies, rendering him a polarizing figure within South African politics.
His legacy is a subject of ongoing debate, as supporters commend his role in the anti-apartheid movement, while critics emphasize the scandals and legal challenges that overshadowed his tenure as president.
‘I do hope it’s not fake news’
The state capture witness admits to mixing up names and fails to remember key dates
In just one day, a Cabinet document was leaked. The question is, what other damage was done?
A group of academics have assiduously assembled the evidence to lay bare the workings of a parallel state, writes Shaun de Waal
As witnesses struggle through the Zondo commission, Zuma parties on with old foes
In 2016, Maseko and 26 others signed a memorandum calling for an inquiry into allegations of state capture
Former ANC MP Vytjie Mentor revealed the Hawks had made attempts to quash an investigation into the Guptas
The Zondo commission had initially scheduled Maseko to appear on Friday, but on Monday evening Maseko suggested that these plans would likely change
Vytjie Mentor was too scared to meet former president Jacob Zuma because of his ‘reputation with women’
The suspension of an official and accusations of corruption have racked the civic body
The attorney was part of a high-profile group that trashed the public protector’s Nkandla report
It was meant to keep the ANC honest but has become another victim of Zuma’s toxic legacy
The case relates to a car accident that occurred in February 2014 where one person was killed instantly
JZ is back, and he will blow your mind!
Treasury’s chief procurement officer Willie Ndleleni Mathebula will be the first witness to testify at the inquiry
Day one of the state capture inquiry was uneventful, with the commission’s head outlining proceedings
In the first round of state capture hearings, South Africans can hear firsthand how cabinet positions were allegedly offered by the Gupta family
‘Although the timing of the Turkish crisis was unpredictable, the warning signs have been there for months’
Despite government denials, insiders say treasury made the suggestion in a Cabinet meeting
Poor planning, increased financial losses and depleting gas feedstock cited as reasons
In a majority judgment, the Concourt confirmed the order that the terms in which Mxolisi Nxasana left office were ‘constitutionally invalid’
‘Land reform has never been just a nice-to-do. Both for reasons of equity and to provide a base for economic growth, it has always been a have-to-do’
Mulangi Mphego has what is best described as a checkered past
Some political observers say the president’s late-night announcement on land was a clear demonstration that the party was in panic mode
The former president’s comment saying people should vote for BLF leader Andile Mngxitama need to be “understood in context” says ANC KZN
Ramaphosa is following Zuma’s habits and undermining a democratic parliamentary process
There’s a good chance the ex-president’s new heavyweights will claim he won’t get a fair trial
Themba Mthembu is unlikely to survive the party’s upcoming congress
If SA wants to regain its global standing, it must take a moral stand that may irk its new friends
The National Prosecuting Authority has turned down representations by French arms company Thint in the corruption case involving the former president
Democratic Alliance leader Mmusi Maimane says the former president’s legal fees could cost taxpayers "millions"
The ANC SG praised the former president for the ‘most revolutionary’ decisions taken during his term of office