He added that Zuma would be kept in isolation as a precaution.
Lamola added that this assessment is done for all inmates upon their admission to any correctional facility.
He also stated that Zuma will be treated with dignity throughout his incarceration.
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Source: Briefly News
Lebogang Mashego (Current Affairs HOD)Lebogang Mashego runs the Current Affairs desk.
The Department of Correctional Services briefed South Africa on former President Jacob Zuma’s incarceration. Image: Jackie Clausen/AFPSource: Getty Images
She joined the Briefly News team in 2021.
She has 6 years of experience in the journalism field.
She worked as a lifestyle writer and editor at W24 and Opera News.
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She graduated with a BA degree majoring in Journalism and Media Studies in 2017.
She’s a recipient of the INMA Elevate Scholarship.
Email: lebogang.mashego@briefly.co.za
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