Mpofu argued that Zuma deserved a trial based on rights afforded by the constitution.
Botha was criminally charged by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission after he failed to appear before it.
He was given an opportunity to approach the court for an appeal.
The Constitutional Court heard former president Jacob Zuma’s rescission application on Monday, 12 July. Image: Felix Dlangamandla/Foto24Source: Getty Images
The Constitutional Court will continue to hear arguments from interested parties before handing down a judgment.
The protestors demanding the release of former presidentJacob Zumahave taken to the streets of KwaZulu-Natal.
The M2 was closed in both directions on Sunday as the protest action continued to spread.
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The Johannesburg Metro Police Department spokesperson Wayne Minnaar reported that the protestors had blockaded the road with burning tyres.
Several people have already been arrested during the violent protests.
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Lebogang Mashego (Current Affairs HOD)Lebogang Mashego runs the Current Affairs desk.
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