Former South African President Jacob Zuma has unveiled his new political party's manifesto at a rally held at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg. Addressing thousands of supporters, Zuma expressed concern over the high levels of poverty among black South Africans and outlined his party's plans to address key issues facing the country.
Zuma promised to prioritize job creation and crime reduction, emphasizing the need to uplift marginalized communities. He pledged to establish factories to provide employment opportunities and offer free education to the youth, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Highlighting the historical injustices faced by black South Africans, Zuma vowed to reclaim resources and empower the population through economic initiatives. He also proposed constitutional reforms to strengthen the role of traditional leaders in society.
Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe party, known as the MK Party, has gained momentum ahead of the upcoming elections, despite facing legal challenges. The former president is contesting a court ruling that barred him from running due to a prior criminal conviction.
Zuma's return to the political arena follows his resignation as president in 2018 amid corruption allegations. He aims to secure a significant portion of the national vote to enact legislative changes and shape the country's future.
With South Africa's ruling African National Congress facing potential electoral challenges, Zuma's party seeks to garner broad support and influence the political landscape. The upcoming elections on May 29 will determine the country's leadership and direction moving forward.
