EXCLUSIVE: Jacob Zuma turns 81, credits long life to “holding no grudges”

• Former President Jacob Zuma celebrated his birthday with the youth in Durban on Wednesday afternoon
• The event was hosted by SANCO KZN and attended by influential figures in the local political space
• Jacob Zuma used the occasion to express gratitude but also took jabs at current political leaders in power

Former President Jacob Zuma celebrated his 81st birthday with the youth branch of the organization that recently made him chairperson, SANCO KZN.

At a packed event held in Durban on Wednesday afternoon, Zuma was surrounded by supporters and well-wishers from across the province adorned in ANC and SANCO regalia.

Special guests at Zuma's 81st birthday celebration

The event was attended by many famous faces within Zuma’s inner circle, including controversial social commentator Ngizwe Mchunu and his daughter Duduzile Zuma.

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The event host, Ngizwe Mchunu, praised the former president and said that a true leader once led the country. However, the country is now led by criminals. Ngizwe is known for being vocal against the Ramaphosa administration.

Zuma discusses SA politics at his birthday party

Staying in the same gear, Zuma launched into political mode as he took to the podium to address attendees.

Jacob Zuma revealed that there are three types of politics, and the most important one is Scientific Politics saying, among other things, that a leader must always avoid ruling with self-interest, which is what most leaders are currently battling with.

Zuma spoke about how many politicians of today need help understanding the science behind politics, and this lack of understanding results in poor leadership.

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Jacob Zuma expressed gratitude at reaching the 81-year milestone and credited his long life to the fact that he holds no grudges and loves everyone, a statement that was met with loud cheers from his supporters.

The secretary of SANCO in KwaZulu Natal, Richard Mkhungo, also sang Zuma’s praises, lauding his political contributions. He said that they believe his vast experience will help to renew SANCO and its youth structures.

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The controversial SANCO KZN is still deeply fractured over the recent election of Zuma as the organization’s chairperson. TimesLive reported that a faction within SANCO dismissed this election and nullified the entire conference that saw the election of the new leadership.

The “real” Sanco’s provincial secretary Sizwe Cele said they were shocked by the “bogus” conference with no affiliation to Sanco. The provincial conference grabbed headlines earlier this year after former president Jacob Zuma was elected chairperson.

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Cele said the meeting was led by former Sanco leaders who had been expelled.

‘RHOD’ Star LaConco Celebrates Baby Daddy Jacob Zuma and Her Son Sakha’s Birthday With Emotional Tribute

Earlier, Briefly News reported that reality TV star Nonkanyiso "LaConco" Conco penned a sweet message to mark her son Sakhaumuzi Zuma and her ex-fiancé former president Jacob Zuma's birthdays.

They may not be together anymore, but LaConco still loves and respects ubaba, Jacob Zuma. The former Real Housewives of Durban star poured her heart out in a sweet tribute.

Source: Briefly News