Jacob Zuma
Jacob Zuma is a South African politician who served as the President of South Africa from 2009 to 2018. He is a prominent member of the African National Congress (ANC) and a former leader of the party's armed wing, uMkhonto we Sizwe. Zuma's presidency was marked by significant political controversies, including corruption charges and economic challenges. After stepping down, he remained influential within the ANC and South African politics, particularly through his alliance with leftist factions and his ongoing legal battles.
Born on Apr 12, 1942 (83 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 10 | 4.40 | 3.03% | +50% | 59,308,690 | 2,695,850 | $350,000 | 15,909$ |
| United Kingdom | 6 | 4.50 | 0.19% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 132,203 | $2,700,000 | 5,258$ |
| Sweden | 2 | 3.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 10,380 | $530,000 | 545$ |
| Canada | 1 | 2.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 21,161 | $1,700,000 | 947$ |
| Italy | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 31,102 | $2,000,000 | 1,029$ |
| Ghana | 1 | 5.00 | 0.14% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 43,520 | $67,000 | 94$ |
| Malawi | 1 | 5.00 | 0.49% | +0% | 19,129,952 | 92,864 | $7,700 | 37$ |
| Totals | 22 | 285,963,927 | 3,027,080 | $7,354,700 | 23,819$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
South Africa:
Former South African President Jacob Zuma speaks during a media briefing for his party uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK).
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South Africa:
Jacob Zuma responded to concerns about Shivambu's conduct by dismissing him from his post.
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South Africa:
Jacob Zuma's tumultuous presidency and ultimate imprisonment are highlighted as significant events in South Africa's recent history.
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Ghana:
The MK party was founded by former President Jacob Zuma.
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South Africa:
Zuma has been advocating for the unification of so-called black parties to challenge the ANC and the Democratic Alliance (DA).
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United Kingdom:
The MK party was founded by former President Jacob Zuma.
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South Africa:
Jacob Zuma, the MK party president, made the decision to redeploy Floyd Shivambu after consultations with national officials.
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Malawi:
Jacob Zuma, the party president, confirmed that Shivambu's visit had breached party protocol.
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South Africa:
Mapisa-Nqakula expressed disappointment at ANC leaders who left the party to join the uMkhonto weSizwe party led by former ANC president Jacob Zuma.
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South Africa:
Then president Jacob Zuma appointed a similarly oversized cabinet in 2015, attracting widespread criticism.
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