Jacob Zuma release | Overcrowding at Estcourt prison under spotlight

JOHANNESBURG - Former President Jacob Zuma reported back at the Escourt Prison on Friday, was processed, and then released via a 'special remission' process.

The decision was taken to address overcrowding in prisons.

Correctional Services Commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale responded to assertions that the Escourt prison was not overcrowded.

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There's speculation the Escourt Correctional Centre had three open beds.

Thobakgale spoke to JJ Tabane on Power to Truth.

 "The overall system is overcrowded," Thobakgale said.