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French arms company Thales has lodged an application in the Pietermaritzburg high court for full acquittal in the arms deal case in which it faces corruption and racketeering charges

Arms deal case: Thales files application to have charges dropped

The French arms company says the death of two key defence witnesses has hurt its case

  • Eyaaz
4 min read
Former president Jacob Zuma. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy/M&G

Court to grant Zuma’s request for reasons for dismissing bid to dislodge Downer

The state had pleaded with Judge Nkosinathi Chili to dismiss the application and set a trial date in the arms deal corruption case against the former president

  • Emsie Ferreira
6 min read
The Zondo commission exposed corruption under then president Jacob Zuma. Photo: Mlungisi Louw/Getty Images

Zuma’s bid to force Downer’s removal dismissed

The state’s bid to have a trial date set was stymied by Zuma’s counsel signalling that he was seeking leave to appeal This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers

  • Emsie Ferreira
1 min read