Zuma calls for corruption trial to be struck off, NPA responds Updated
Nushera Soodyal
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The Jacob Zuma Foundation is demanding that the corruption matter against the former president be struck off the roll, citing another postponement in the case.
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The matter is due back in the Pietermaritzburg High Court tomorrow.
In a statement released last night, the foundation says it s been told that the state will only be ready to begin Zuma s trial on the 17th of May this year.
It says there has been no reason given for the postponement and it violates the former president s rights.
Support needed for pupils when matric results are released - Parents Association Updated
Nothando Mkhize
Steve Bhengu
The previous year’s matric pass rate surpassed the 80% mark for the first time in South Africa.
KZN Parent Association s Vee Gani says parents must be supportive as learners as navigating through a pandemic brought with it a unique set of challenges. There s also the element of surprise, they will ask themselves; did I do well, did I qualify, did I get enough points. So, I think there is excitement but also there is trepidation.
I think it is natural that they will be worried because they have been in a historical year. Never has education suffered that kind of set back. Parents have to be understanding, especially for the children who didn t do well.