Several gunshots have rung out just metres away from the home of former President Jacob Zuma at Nkandla in northern KwaZulu-Natal.

For the past few days, the supporters of the former President have been marching calling for the reversal of the decision that will see Msholozi spend 15 months in prison.

The court ordered Zuma to surrender himself to the police within five days.

However, the incident of gunshots has compromised the safety for some there as the situation grows tense.

A number of Mkhonto weSizwe Military Veterans have now formed a human shield in front of the gates of Zuma’s home.

The MKMVA members tried to ascertain the direction of the gunshots but could not find the source.

It is now clear that some of the Zuma supporters are armed.

Zuma’s son Edward has pleaded with those who are outside the Nkandla home to be disciplined.

Edward says that is a request coming from Zuma’s family.

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