Claim: No, Russian president Vladimir Putin did not wish former South African president Jacob Zuma happy birthday
Fact-check: No, Russian president Vladimir Putin did not wish former South African president Jacob Zuma happy birthday
Verdict: much has been made of the south african government's close ties to russia following news that the country will host russian president vladimir putin in 2023. but images suggesting putin congratulated former president jacob zuma on his birthday – on live tv – are fabricated.
Organisation: Africa Check
Author: Kirsten Cosser
Date published: 2023-04-28T00:00:00