South Africa: Zuma’s early release from prison sparks doubts about Ramaphosa
By
Carien du Plessis
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September 15, 2021 12:03
Former president Jacob Zuma’s sudden release on medical parole has sparked questions over whether President Cyril Ramaphosa has enough political support in the governing African National Congress for his reform agenda.
There were reports in the City Press, a Sunday broadsheet, that Ramaphosa had given the nod for Zuma’s release beforehand. However, the presidency refused to comment or deny this report, describing the story as “rumours started by anonymous sources”.