Jacob Zuma President of the African National Congress
WHERE: 60 Washington Square South, Kimmel RM 914
Jacob Zuma became involved in politics in his country at a very early age, joining the African National Congress in 1959. In 1963 he was convicted of conspiring to overthrow the government, and was sentenced to 10 years' imprisonment, which he served on Robben Island with Nelson Mandela and other notable ANC leaders. After his release he continued his work with the liberation movement both in the country and later while in exile. Jacob Zuma was elected in 2007 as the President of the African National Congress after serving in its National Executive committee for 30 years. He is a very popular politician in South Africa, and most expect him to win the upcoming national elections to become the next President of South Africa.
Please RSVP on or before October 23rd, 2008
For questions: africa.house@nyu.edu
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