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Zuma Foundation Denies Wrongdoing Over Epstein Dinner Links

2/3/2026

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The Jacob Zuma Foundation rejects allegations of wrongdoing after emails link Jacob Zuma, the former South African President, to a March 2010 dinner in London organized by Jeffrey Epstein.
The Ritz Hotel dinner occurred during Zuma's state visit to the UK and involved a Russian model, with Epstein associate Mark Lloyd coordinating.
The documents confirm Zuma's attendance but do not indicate illegal conduct, and the Foundation says the matter is closed.

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The Jacob Zuma Foundation rejects allegations of wrongdoing after emails link Jacob Zuma, the former South African President, to a March 2010 dinner in London organized by Jeffrey Epstein.
The Ritz Hotel dinner occurred during Zuma's state visit to the UK and involved a Russian model, with Epstein associate Mark Lloyd coordinating.
The documents confirm Zuma's attendance but do not indicate illegal conduct, and the Foundation says the matter is closed.