Jacob Zuma back in the dock on corruption charges

Former President Jacob Zuma is expected to appear in the KwaZulu-Natal High Court today, on the heels of the National Prosecuting Authority's decision to turn down representations from his co-accused, French arms company 'Thint', on why it should not be prosecuted.

The embattled former President faces charges of corruption, fraud, money laundering and racketeering, while 'Thint' faces charges of corruption and fraud.

The case involves 783 questionable payments to  Mr. Zuma allegedly received from the company in connection with  an arms deal. 

The charges relate to the controversial arms deal, formally known as the Strategic Defence Procurement Package. It was a multi billion-rand military acquisition project finalised in 1999.

SOURCE: NEWS24
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