Jacob Zuma’s daughter resigns amid claims South Africans tricked to fight for Russia

The GuardianFriday, November 28, 2025 at 3:28:33 PM
Jacob Zuma’s daughter resigns amid claims South Africans tricked to fight for Russia
  • Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, has resigned from her position as a Member of Parliament amid allegations of tricking 17 South African men into fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine, claiming they were to receive bodyguard training. The police are currently investigating these serious accusations.
  • This resignation marks a significant moment for Zuma-Sambudla, who has been a prominent political figure, as she steps back from public life to cooperate with the investigation and work towards the safe return of the men involved.
  • The situation highlights broader concerns regarding the recruitment of South Africans into international conflicts, particularly in Ukraine, and raises questions about the exploitation of vulnerable individuals in war zones, reflecting a troubling nexus of mercenary recruitment and political accountability.
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