Downer says full bench ruling in his favour puts paid to Zuma recusal application

Prosecutor Billy Downer says the recent ruling by three judges should signal the end of the matter

19 June 2023 - 19:47 By TANIA BROUGHTON

Another attempt by former president Jacob Zuma to oust prosecutor advocate Billy Downer from his arms deal-related trial is without merit and his allegations “unsustainable”...

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