Dossier
Jacob Zuma
Coverage of Jacob Zuma in the Nexus archive.
- South Africa: WhatsApp, Terror and Zondo - July 2021 Unrest Accused Finally Face Trial
Sixty-two individuals are set to face trial in the KZN High Court for terrorism, sedition, and insurrection-related charges linked to the July 2021 unrest in South Africa. Prosecutors allege that three WhatsApp groups coordinated the violence, which resulted in 354 deaths and aimed to secure Jacob Zuma's release.
- Photograph linking SA's Zuma with fugitive Indian businessman sparks outrage
A photograph linking South Africa's Jacob Zuma with businessman Ajay Gupta has triggered political scrutiny. International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola has initiated an internal investigation into High Commissioner Anil Sooklal following the image's release. The Gupta family is associated with South Africa's 'State Capture' scandal during Zuma's presidency.