Jacob Zuma, the former President of South Africa, is back in court to seek the recusal of Advocate Billy Downer. The two are embroiled in a legal tussle that has been ongoing for over a decade.

The case dates back to 2003 when Zuma was accused of corruption in the infamous “arms deal”. After being charged and acquitted on all counts, Zuma became the President of South Africa in 2009. However, his legal woes continued to follow him until he was finally forced to resign in 2018.

Now, Zuma is back in court and is seeking to have Advocate Billy Downer recused. Advocate Downer is a prominent South African lawyer who has been representing the National Prosecuting Authority in the case. Zuma claims that Advocate Downer has been biased against him in the proceedings and has been undermining his rights as a defendant since the start of the trial. He further argues that Advocate Downer has not acted in good faith and has failed to remain independent and impartial throughout the case.

This is not the first time that Zuma has sought to have Advocate Downer recused. Previously, he has made multiple applications to have him removed from the case. However, each time the application has been rejected by the court.

Despite this setback, Zuma is still determined to have Advocate Downer removed from the case. This is because he believes that Advocate Downer’s presence and influence is preventing him from receiving a fair trial.

Jacob Zuma’s legal battle has been ongoing for over ten years and has been a source of great controversy. The case has been closely followed by the South African public and has even been the focus of international media attention.

Many legal experts believe that the outcome of the case could be a turning point for South African politics. If Zuma is successful in having Advocate Downer recused, it could pave the way for a new era of justice and accountability in the country.

On the other hand, if Zuma’s application is rejected, it could mean that Advocate Downer will remain involved in the case and continue to shape the outcome of the trial.

Regardless of the outcome, Jacob Zuma’s return to court is a testament to his unwavering commitment to justice and fairness. His determination to have Advocate Billy Downer recused shows that he is willing to fight for his rights and those of all South Africans. It is a reminder of the power of the justice system and the importance of defending one’s rights in the face of injustice.