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 |
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| South Africa | 2 | 5.00 | 1.16% | +20% | 59,308,690 | 827,563 | $350,000 | 4,884$ |
| Totals | 2 | 59,308,690 | 827,563 | $350,000 | 4,884$ |
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South Africa:
Former president Jacob Zuma was not eligible to stand for parliament because his 15-month prison sentence in 2021 for contempt of court triggered Section 47(1)(e) of the Constitution.
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South Africa:
Jacob Zuma made the decision to relieve Mpiyakhe Limba of his duties.
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South Africa:
Jacob Zuma was the president at the time of the Marikana tragedy and has not been held accountable for the incident.
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South Africa:
The new threat of the breakaway uMkhonto weSizwe party, led by former ANC president Jacob Zuma.
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South Africa:
Former president Jacob Zuma cited concerns about corruption within the organisation.
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Tanzania:
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla is the daughter of former South African president Jacob Zuma.
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Tanzania:
Jacob Zuma is a former President of South Africa whose daughter is implicated in the recruitment scam.
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Portugal:
Jacob Zuma is the former President of South Africa whose party was involved in the recruitment of South Africans to fight for Russia in Ukraine.
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South Africa:
Jacob Zuma is the former president whose term saw the removal of seven directors from the NPA.
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South Africa:
Jacob Zuma is referenced as the leader of the uMkhanto weSizwe party that sponsored the failed motion against Ntuli.
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