Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla trial set to resume in October over alleged role in July unrest
The KwaZulu-Natal High Court has set new dates for Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla's trial over her alleged role in the July 2021 unrest that left over 300 dead and caused significant economic disruption.
The KwaZulu-Natal High Court in Durban has set new dates for the trial of Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former South African president Jacob Zuma. She stands accused of inciting terrorism and violence during July 2021 unrest. The trial, which started in November 2025, will reconvene from 26 October to 6 November 2026. Prosecutors claim Zuma-Sambudla unlawfully incited others to commit acts of terrorism between June 29 and July 2021, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
She faces three charges: incitement to commit terrorism, incitement to violence, and a third under Section 17 of the Riotous Assemblies Act. Zuma-Sambudla has denied the allegations.
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