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Jacob Zuma expected to be discharged from hospital on Monday

Jacob Zuma is expected to be discharged from hospital on Monday, with a source close to the former president dismissing reports that he was in a critical condition.

Jacob Zuma expected to be discharged from hospital on Monday

Former President Jacob Zuma is reportedly in high spirits and recovering well in a hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, according to the Jacob Zuma Foundation. The foundation expressed gratitude to the government for requesting privacy for the ailing former president. The spokesperson, Mzwanele Manyi, also thanked the public for their concern and urged respect for his privacy, particularly from the media.

Manyi mentioned that as of yesterday, sources indicated Zuma was in excellent condition, joking and interested in resuming his "umshini wami" performances. The foundation expressed concern over journalists camping outside the hospital, deeming the behavior un-African.

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