In April, Zuma lost a Supreme Court of Appeal hearing and was ordered to fork over the cash.
He was granted compassionate leave to attend the event.
There is a lot of speculation on what route Zuma will pursue to obtain freedom.
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He was recently arrested after being found in contempt ofcourtand sentenced to 15 months in prison.
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The Jacob Zuma Foundation has reportedly received an affidavit for the former president to pay R18.2million back to taxpayers. Image: Unkel/ullstein bildSource: Getty Images
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Reeshni ChettyReeshni Chetty is a senior current affairs reporter.
Reeshni has a passion for breaking the stigma surrounding mental health issues.
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