As of August 2024, former South African President Jacob Zuma is alive. Zuma, who served as president from 2009 to 2018, has been the subject of various health rumors and speculations in recent months. However, recent reports confirm that he is still living.

Zuma, now 82 years old, has been in and out of the public eye due to ongoing health issues. In 2021, he was sentenced to 15 months in prison for contempt of court related to his refusal to testify before a corruption inquiry. He was released on medical parole in September 2021 after serving a portion of his sentence, due to his declining health.

Since his release, Zuma has continued to face legal challenges, including corruption charges and a major arms deal scandal from the 1990s. Despite his health problems, he has remained active in South African politics, frequently making headlines with his statements and legal battles.

While there have been numerous speculations about his condition, including occasional false reports about his death, official sources and recent updates confirm that he is currently alive. Zuma's health remains a topic of public interest, given his significant impact on South African politics and his controversial legacy.