Former South African President Jacob Zuma Admitted To Outside Hospital

Former South African President Jacob Zuma has been hospitalised.  According to the Department of Correctional Services (DCS), Zuma was admitted to an outside hospital for medical observation on Friday morning. He is currently serving a 15-month prison sentence at the Estcourt Correctional Centre in KwaZulu-Natal for contempt of court.  DCS spokesperson Singabakho Nxumalo said that as a former president, the healthcare needs of Zuma require the involvement of the South African Military Health Services.