Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former president Jacob Zuma, pleaded not guilty in the Durban High Court today to charges of inciting public violence during the July 2021 unrest. Prosecutors allege her social media posts contributed to violence that left over 300 dead and caused billions of rand in damage..

Her legal team argues that her comments were political speech, not incitement. The trial, which began under heavy police presence, is expected to continue in the coming days, with Jacob Zuma present in court.