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South Africa’s Top Court Rules Zuma Ineligible for Parliament

Source: SG Editor·

Large crowd listening to human rights advocate in Rwanda.

South Africa’s Constitutional Court has ruled that former President Jacob Zuma is ineligible to run for a parliamentary seat. The court’s decision is based on Zuma’s previous criminal convictions, which disqualify him from holding public office. This ruling marks a significant moment in South Africa’s efforts to uphold the rule of law and combat corruption. Zuma, who served as president from 2009 to 2018, has been a controversial figure due to multiple legal battles and allegations of corruption.

SOURCE: CNBC AFRICA