South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for people to "stand against violence" in response to deadly unrest triggered by the jailing of former President Jacob Zuma. At least six people have been killed and nearly 500 arrested since Zuma handed himself into police last week. Zuma was convicted of contempt of court after failing to attend an inquiry into corruption during his presidency. This will have lasting effects on our progress in economic recovery," President Ramaphosa said. Separately to his imprisonment for contempt of court, Zuma is being tried on corruption charges.

Source: The Star July 13, 2021 03:00 UTC