Who is Schabir Shaik?

He is one of the most interesting personalities in South African politics.

He is also the famous ex-financial advisor of former South Africas vice president, Jacob Zuma.

Schabir Shaik

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The well-reputed entrepreneur from South Africa has been in the limelight for different reasons.

In 2005, he was found guilty and was given 15 years to serve in prison.

However, the other brothers information is not known.

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The celebrity formedNkobis holdingsafter the treasurer of the African National Congress Party, Thomas Nkobi, passed away.

He used the name without the consent of the Nkobis family.

However, his work turned out to make him popular as a fraud convict.

Schabir Shaik

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However, he has not disclosed many details concerning his family, but his wife is called Zuleika.

Their marriage is blessed with only one child who is the only son to the well-known entrepreneur.

Schabir Shaik son, whose name is Yasir, also lives in Durban with his parents.

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Why was Schabir Shaik released?

After serving a jail sentence of 28 months in Westville Prison, he wasdiagnosed with a terminalillness in 2009.

Since then, he had been undergoing medical parole after being released from prison.

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Schabir was admitted to Nkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital under the care of a Durban specialist.

His doctors have allowed him to work only from 8 am to 6.30 pm from Monday to Friday.

How much is Schabir Shaik net worth?

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The celebrated businessman has managed to earn agross net worthof R50 million.

His wealth is attributed to his investments at the Nkobi holdings.

Schabir Shaik house, which is a mansion, is located in Durban.

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Schabir Shaik cars, too, are worth a lot of money, thus contributing to his increased wealth.

However, his life has been full of controversies for leading a corrupt life.

Nevertheless, his successful life has inspired many young and upcoming entrepreneurs globally.

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She graduated from the University of Nairobi with a degree in Mass Communication in December 2014.

In 2023, Ruth finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques.

She has worked for Briefly.co.za for five years now.

She specializes in topics like lifestyle, entertainment, travel, technology, and sports.

Email: gitongaruth14@gmail.com.