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By Newz.Africa Politics Desk | Pretoria, South Africa | 2 February 2026 | Jacob Zuma Epstein Files
3–5 March 2010 — Zuma’s UK State Visit
Jacob Zuma undertakes a three‑day state visit to the United Kingdom at the invitation of Queen Elizabeth II. He stays at Buckingham Palace for two nights and attends two banquets.
4 March 2010 — Email Arranging London Dinner for Zuma
An email in the newly released files shows an associate is writing. The purpose is to arrange a “small dinner for President Jacob Zuma of South Africa.” The dinner is tomorrow night at the Ritz Hotel at 7:00 PM. The associate notes that Epstein suggested inviting the recipient.
5 March 2010 — Dinner Takes Place
The dinner occurs on the final night of Zuma’s UK visit. A follow‑up email (dated 6 March 2010) praises the invited model’s presence. It states Zuma made a positive impression. This contradicts tabloid portrayals.
6 March 2010 — Post‑Dinner Email
An extra email reflects positively on Zuma’s conduct. It states that he showed “gravitas.” He did not fit the “macho bluster” stereotype earlier reported by British tabloids.
December 2025–January 2026 — DOJ Document Release
The U.S. Department of Justice begins releasing over 3 million pages of documents. These documents are connected to Epstein’s correspondence network. They include emails and records involving many public figures.
31 January 2026 — Daily Maverick Publishes Report
Daily Maverick’s full article reveals details of the emails. It includes the invitation and the model’s attendance. The article also describes the dinner tone and provides the context of Zuma’s visit.
1 February 2026 — Bulletin Confirms Zuma in File Release
Bulletin reports Zuma is “linked to Epstein in newly released US files.” This is the first known appearance of his name in such a context.
1 February 2026 — Fullview Confirms Zuma Listed Among Prominent Figures
Fullview states Zuma appears among international leaders referenced in the disclosure batch, alongside Elon Musk and Bill Gates.
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