South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) says it has requested the country’s High Commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, to provide a full account of former President Jacob Zuma’s recent trip to India. DIRCO’s request focuses on meetings Zuma held during the visit, including a meeting with Ajay Gupta. The department indicates that it wants clarification and details regarding the circumstances of the engagement and what was discussed. The request is part of DIRCO’s efforts to understand the context of the meeting and ensure that relevant information is provided to the government. The reports present DIRCO’s position as a formal step to seek a comprehensive explanation from the South African envoy in India. No additional details about the purpose of the meeting, the agenda, or the outcomes of Zuma’s discussions in India are provided in the source information.