South African court rules former leader Jacob Zuma can contest election

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South African court rules former leader Jacob Zuma can contest election
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South Africa’s Electoral Court has ruled that former President Jacob Zuma can run for office as a lawmaker in the upcoming election, overturning an earlier decision that had barred him from contesting the polls.

New Insider Deals are here, and you’re going to love them!FILE Former South African President Jacob Zuma addresses supporters of the newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe Party in Durban, South Africa, Wednesday, March 27, 2024. South Africa's election commission has ruled that Zuma is not eligible to run in upcoming elections because of Zuma's criminal record.

South Africa’s constitution does not allow people who have been convicted of a crime and sentenced to more than 12 months in prison without the option of a fine to stand for elections as lawmakers.

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