Jacob Zuma
4th President of South Africa (2009–2018)
1942 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
4th President of South Africa (2009–2018)
Born
April 12, 1942
Age
~84 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
politician, minister
Union of South AfricaBorn in Nkandla
1942
Born in Nkandla (1942-04-12)
1999
Positionvice president (1999–2005)
2009
PositionPresident of South Africa (2009–2018)
2014
Positionmember of the National Assembly of South Africa (2014–2014)
Present
Age ~84
About
Jacob Gedleyihlekisa Zuma is a South African politician who served as the president of South Africa from 2009 to 2018. He is also referred to by his initials JZ and clan names Nxamalala and Msholozi. Zuma was a former anti-apartheid activist, member of uMkhonto weSizwe, and president of the African National Congress (ANC) from 2007 to 2017. He is also the father-in-law of Eswatini king Mswati III.
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Who is Jacob Zuma?+
Jacob Gedleyihlekisa Zuma is a South African politician who served as the president of South Africa from 2009 to 2018. He is also referred to by his initials JZ and clan names Nxamalala and Msholozi. Zuma was a former anti-apartheid activist, member of uMkhonto weSizwe, and president of the African
What does the name Jacob mean?+
The name Jacob means "A male given name from Hebrew. One of the sons of Isaac and Rebecca, and twin brother of Esau; father of the Israelites (Jews and Samaritans) by 12 sons by 4 consorts, most famously Judah and Joseph who fathered Manasseh.. Etymology: From Iacob, from Iācōbus, from Ἰάκωβος, from lit=he will/shall heel, from t=heel. James.". It is of English origin.
When was Jacob Zuma born?+
Jacob Zuma was born on April 12, 1942.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Hebrew. One of the sons of Isaac and Rebecca, and twin brother of Esau; father of the Israelites (Jews and Samaritans) by 12 sons by 4 consorts, most famously Judah and Joseph who fathered Manasseh.. Etymology: From Iacob, from Iācōbus, from Ἰάκωβος, from lit=he will/shall heel, from t=heel. James.
The name Jacob is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Hebrew. One of the sons of Isaac and Rebecca, and twin brother of Esau; father of the Israelites (Jews and Samaritans) by 12 sons by 4 consorts, most famously Judah and Joseph who fathered Manasseh.. Etymology: From Iacob, from Iācōbus, from Ἰάκωβος, from lit=he will/shall heel, from t=heel. James.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Jacob — April 12, 1942
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Cauac
Storm — catalyst, energy, self-generation
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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