South African President Jacob Zuma was discharged from hospital on Sunday after undergoing a scheduled procedure the previous day to remove gallstones, the presidency said.
South Africa's president discharged from hospital after surgery
The presidency said on Saturday the gallstones were discovered about two months ago during a routine medical check-up.
South African President Jacob Zuma attends the summit of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), called to discuss industrialisation in southern Africa, in Harare, April 29, 2015. REUTERS/Philimon Bulawayo/Files
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"Doctors are pleased with the outcome of the operation. The President will spend the next few days resting and recuperating at home," a statement from Zuma's office said.
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