Happy birthday! Jacob Zuma turns 84 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 84 on Sunday, Apr. 12, 2026.

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Former South African President Jacob Zuma is celebrating his 84th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Jacob Zuma has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 84th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Zuma, a cultural icon

Born Jacob Gedleyihlekisa Zuma in Nkandla on April 12, 1942, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in South African history. Zuma's not just a great politician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Jacob hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jacob Zuma as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 84.

Happy Birthday, Jacob, you're the best!

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