The 25-year-old student arrested for “waving” at President Jacob Zuma’s convoy last week, “swore” at the president and resisted arrest, a spokesperson said.
Police Ministry spokesperson Zweli Mnisi said Chumani Maxwele pointed his middle finger at the president. He said this gesture was synonymous with swearing and showing disrespect.
“No person is permitted to use foul language, swear at another individual, especially as such conduct may lead to promoting hate conduct in the Republic,” said Mnisi.
