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Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, a South African opposition MP, resigned after police announced an investigation into her alleged role in recruiting South Africans to fight in Ukraine for Russian mercenaries. The move follows accusations from her half-sister and ongoing efforts to repatriate the men trapped in Ukraine. The investigation is ongoing as of December 2, 2025.
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Four South Africans were detained at Johannesburg airport en route to Russia, suspected of recruiting men to fight in Ukraine. The arrests follow reports of 17 others stranded in Ukraine, linked to allegations involving Zuma's daughter. An investigation is underway into illegal foreign military assistance.
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South African police are investigating Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of ex-president Jacob Zuma, over allegations of recruiting men to fight for Russian mercenaries in Ukraine. She resigned from parliament amid these claims. Police also arrested Nonkululeko Mantula, a radio presenter, for recruiting men to join the Russian army. The investigations highlight concerns over foreign military involvement and trafficking.
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Former South African president Jacob Zuma, accused of corruption linked to a 1999 arms deal, faces a trial after nearly two decades of delays. The case involves 18 charges, including fraud and money laundering, with Zuma denying all allegations and claiming political motives. The court is now considering efforts to prevent further delays.