South Africa: Controversy Over President's Home

An investigation will be conducted to probe the revamp of President Jacob Zuma's homestead after allegations that taxpayer's money would be used, however, the government says developments are above board.

President Jacob Zuma and his wife Bongi Ngema at their traditional ceremony known. The revamped house would contain 10 air conditioned rooms, underground living quarters, a clinic for Zuma and his family, 10 houses for security personnel, a helipad, houses for air force and police units, underground parking, playgrounds and visitors centres.

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