Zuma's words to Parliament on Nkandla from 2012 to 2015

Has President Jacob Zuma lied to parliament over security upgrades done at his rural homestead in Nkandla in KwaZulu-Natal?

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We take a look at the president's statements on Nkandla before Parliament.

2012

2013

Replies by President Jacob Zuma to questions for oral reply in the National Assembly, 20 March 2013 - excerpt on Nkandla

The Zuma Family has effected various renovations to the family residence over a period. In the recent past and more particularly during the early part of 2008, the family commissioned certain improvements to the residences for its own account.

Nobody’s permission was necessary in this regard insofar as it related to an upgrade of a private residence.This right extends to all citizens of the Republic.

I was accordingly aware of these renovations to the extent that it relates to my family residence which was self-funded. It remains a private family matter.

Naturally, I was informed that improvements needed to be made at the family residence to enhance the security of the Head of State.

The nature and form of the improvements was decided upon by the relevant officials through their department.

2014

Zuma's letter to the Speaker of Parliament on the Nkandla upgrades - April 2014

2015

March 2015

May 2015