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Zuma backs finance minister Gordhan, but won't stop probe

Janelle DumalaonAugust 25, 2016

Drama continues to unfold in the highest chambers of power in Africa's most developed economy. South African Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has rejected a summons by the Hawks, an elite police unit. They're investigating allegations he set up a rogue spy unit within the country's tax authority during his reign as commissioner. But observers see President Jacob Zuma's hand in the developments.

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