Description
The President’s Keepers by Jacques Pauw is a hard-hitting investigative exposé of corruption and abuse of power in South Africa’s government under President Jacob Zuma. Signed by the author, this book examines the shadowy network of operatives—dubbed “the president’s keepers”—who allegedly protect Zuma’s position by manipulating the law-enforcement agencies and eliminating political threats. Pauw traces the intricate web of influence, cronyism, and clandestine dealings across KwaZulu-Natal, the Western Cape, Pretoria, Johannesburg, and even Russia, revealing the inner workings of a compromised administration. Through meticulous reporting and insider accounts, the book questions whether Zuma himself wields the power or is controlled by those around him.
With themes of political accountability, corruption, and state capture, The President’s Keepers offers readers a revealing, fact-based look at the systemic challenges of governance in modern South Africa. Essential reading for those interested in investigative journalism, contemporary politics, and the forces that shape power behind the scenes.
