The posturing is bound to continue. But at the age of 78 Jacob Zuma’s long day in the sun is over.
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Jacob Zuma ran out of ideas to defend himself. Martyrdom is almost impossible without a cause, and he has none.
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South Africa has many problems. But, as Jacob Zuma has found out, the strength of its rule of law and the independence of its judiciary should not be underestimated.
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African identity needs a revision to move beyond current understanding of its relationship with China.
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Given the impact of African players in European football, it’s remarkable how few are able to secure jobs in football in Europe after their playing days end.
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He did not so much play the drums, as become the drum. His influence was felt through his trailblazing percussive work and his many collaborations.
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Because of their appearance, people with albinism in Tanzania are often socially excluded and frequently (and sometimes violently) discriminated against.