Jacob Zuma decides to ‘move with times’, joins social media
The former president has said he's heard that people have been talking about him.
Former South African President Jacob Zuma speaks to his supporters after his court appearance in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, July 27, 2018. REUTERS/Rogan Ward
On Friday morning, former President Jacob Zuma announced that he had decided to join major social media channels.
So far, he has only tweeted one video, announcing why he has joined up at the sprightly age of 76.
“Hello everyone. I have decided to move with times, to join this important area of conversation because I hear many people are talking about me – as well as others are … calling themselves Zuma in many ways.
“I felt it is necessary that I should join in and be part of the conversation and join the people in their discussions.
“It’s me, former president Jacob Zuma.”
Good morning Mzansi
Thank you for the warm welcome, I look forward to engaging with you. pic.twitter.com/sr1MhSNf0F
— Jacob G Zuma (@PresJGZuma) December 14, 2018
His social media handles have been advertised as follows:
Twitter
@PresJGZuma
Instagram
@PresJGZuma
Facebook
Zuma JG
Facebook fan page
@PresJGZuma
As of Friday morning, the Twitter account had just over 200 users. It’s likely to rise rapidly.
Dear Tweeps
Guess who's joined these streets. @PresJGZuma pic.twitter.com/ojDAnnzrTe— Mzwanele Manyi (@MzwaneleManyi) December 14, 2018
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