Nkandla Homestead

The private residence of former South African President Jacob Zuma is situated about 24 km south of the rural town of Nkandla in KwaZulu-Natal and is commonly referred to as the Nkandla homestead. During Zuma's presidency, the homestead was the subject of a major public controversy, sometimes referred to as Nkandlagate, concerning what were ostensiā€¦
The private residence of former South African President Jacob Zuma is situated about 24 km south of the rural town of Nkandla in KwaZulu-Natal and is commonly referred to as the Nkandla homestead. During Zuma's presidency, the homestead was the subject of a major public controversy, sometimes referred to as Nkandlagate, concerning what were ostensibly security upgrades to Zuma's compound, at a cost of over R246 million. The use of public funds to make these improvements received significant media coverage and political opposition.
  • Architectural style: Rondavel architecture
  • Location: Nxamalala Farm
  • Town or city: Nkandla, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Country: South Africa
  • Construction started: August 29, 2009
  • Cost: ZAR R 246 631 303
  • Size: 3.83 hectares
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