Zuma Foundation rejects Epstein link as "smear campaign"
The Jacob Zuma Foundation has officially denied any connection following the appearance of former South African President Jacob Zuma's name in recently unsealed court documents associated with Jeffrey Epstein.
The Jacob Zuma Foundation has officially denied any connection following the appearance of former South African President Jacob Zuma's name in recently unsealed court documents associated with Jeffrey Epstein.
An email dated 2010, allegedly involving Epstein associate Mark Lloyd, mentions organizing a dinner at a London hotel for then-President Zuma. The communication suggests inviting an individual named Vera to enhance the event's appeal. A subsequent email characterized Zuma as "impressive and engaging" during the gathering.
The Foundation's spokesperson, Mzwanele Manyi, criticized the reports, describing them as an attempt to damage Zuma's reputation by associating him with unrelated third-party crimes. He labeled the coverage as “speculative narrative-building disguised as investigative journalism” and asserted, “The matter is closed.”
The Jacob Zuma Foundation has officially denied any connection following the appearance of former South African President Jacob Zuma's name in recently unsealed court documents associated with Jeffrey Epstein.
This statement occurs amidst increased global attention on the Epstein documents, with the foundation framing the allegations as unfounded and lacking substantive evidence.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
