Former President Jacob Zuma’s lawyers say the alleged communication between the National Prosecuting Authority and KwaZulu-Natal Judge attempts to manipulate the composition of the bench that will preside over Zuma’s corruption trial.
The broadcast of conversations between former President Jacob Zuma and his son, Duduzane forms part of a political strategy aimed at, amongst others, eliciting public sympathy and targeting perceived opponents.
It is not clear if former President Jacob Zuma will approach the Constitutional Court after his application to appeal the Pietermaritzburg High Court’s ruling was rejected by the Supreme Court of Appeal.
Former president Jacob Zuma has terminated the services of his attorney in the Arms Deal corruption case against him.
Former President Jacob Zuma celebrates his 78th birthday on Sunday and many have taken to social media to wish him a happy birthday.
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