Zuma proudly lauded South African singer Yvonne Chaka Chaka

President Zuma chuckles with Chaka Chaka and Others at Davos

President Zuma was in great form at the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, where he delivered speeches, met with fellow politicians, congratulated Yvonne Chaka Chaka on her WEF Crystal Award, and just seemed to be, well, happy.

Chaka Chaka became the first African woman to win the Crystal Award, a prize that’s bestowed annually on an artist who has used their art to improve the state of the world.

Zuma proudly lauded the South African singer, who has worked internationally to fight against malaria and other diseases, as “a true ambassador of our country, its culture and people”.

The President happily congratulated Yvonne Chaka Chaka (Roll Back Malaria Partnership Goodwill Ambassador) for her WEF Crystal award. Picture Credit: The Presidency

Zuma had a laugh with Dr Precious Moloi Motsepe, President of SA fashion week, at the South Africa business Hub in Davos. Picture Credit: The Presidency

No amount of snow in Switzerland could wipe the smile off President Zuma's face. Picture Credit: The Presidency

He even joined in some light-hearted banter with former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown who chaired a Pienary session themed "Africa - from Transition to Transformation". Joining them were Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi, Kenya Prime Minister Raila Odinga, Tanzania President Kikwete and Guinea President Conde. Picture Credit: The Presidency