Lamola orders probe after SA diplomat joins Zuma’s India reunion with fugitive Ajay Gupta
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South Africa's Minister of International Relations has ordered an investigation into High Commissioner Anil Sooklal after he appeared at an event with former President Jacob Zuma and fugitive businessman Ajay Gupta. The incident has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties.
Why it matters
The involvement of a high-ranking diplomat with individuals implicated in state capture scandals raises significant questions about government integrity and diplomatic conduct.
South Africa’s High Commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, faces an investigation into his appearance at an event with former president Jacob Zuma and Ajay Gupta. Sources, however, say the diplomat was blindsided by Gupta’s appearance.
The article reports on the controversy by citing multiple perspectives, including the government's response and opposition criticism.
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