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Former South African president Jacob Zuma has been discharged from the hospital, according to the MK party. The party claims Zuma is recovering well and remains active in party affairs prior to the 2026 local government elections scheduled for the coming month. Zuma recently underwent a routine medical examination, during which doctors noted fatigue and advised rest under medical supervision.
Zuma's daughter, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, has called for an independent investigation into claims regarding her father's security and medical care, expressing concerns about potential interference by individuals close to him.
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