Distinguished is level 3 of 4 in the South Africa Hall of Fame: sustained excellence over a career, widely honoured at home. See how the levels work.
Why they are here
A veteran of the liberation struggle and former Robben Island prisoner who served nearly two terms as president.
He resigned in 2018 under pressure from his party.
The Zondo Commission found that 'state capture' flourished under his presidency, and in 2021 he was jailed for contempt of court after refusing to testify to it. He has denied wrongdoing.
The Zondo Commission found that 'state capture' flourished under his presidency, and in 2021 he was jailed for contempt of court after refusing to testify to it. He has denied wrongdoing.
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