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Jacob Zuma released on medical parole.“Medical parole placement for Mr Zuma means that he will complete the remainder of the sentence in the system of community corrections, whereby he must comply with a specific set of conditions and will be subjected to supervision until his sentence expires,” the DCS stated.
The Correctional Services statement stated: “Apart from being terminally ill and physically incapacitated, inmates suffering from an illness that severely limits their daily activity or self-care can also be considered for medical parole.”
“We appeal to all South Africans to afford Mr Zuma dignity as he continues to receive medical treatment,” it stated.
