State argues Zuma has no case against Downer

JOHANENSBURG - The NPA says another application by former president Jacob Zuma to have Billy Downer removed is time-wasting and has no merit.

Zuma was back in court as his arms deal trial resumed at the High Court in Pietermaritzburg on Thursday.

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However, he brought yet another application to have Downer removed as prosecutor in the trial.

NPA spokesperson Mthunzi Mhaga says the application will be dismissed.