Mbambo also stated that inmates were aided by outside forces.

The department stated that an old image was being used to spread misinformation to instigate public panic.

The department stated that Zuma made an software for compassionate leave late on Tuesday evening.

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Zuma is also considered a low-risk prisoner.

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Lebogang Mashego (Current Affairs HOD)Lebogang Mashego runs the Current Affairs desk.

She joined the Briefly News team in 2021.

She has 6 years of experience in the journalism field.

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She worked as a lifestyle writer and editor at W24 and Opera News.

She graduated with a BA degree majoring in Journalism and Media Studies in 2017.

She’s a recipient of the INMA Elevate Scholarship.

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