KwaZulu-Natal province Premier Thami Ntuli has paid tribute to South Africa’s (SA) late Ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, describing him as a unifying figure who played a vital role in fostering peace and political co-operation in the province.
Speaking at Mthethwa’s funeral service in KwaMbonambi, Ntuli reflected on the ambassador’s lasting legacy, noting his contribution to reconciliation between rival political parties in KwaZulu-Natal.
“When it comes to peace in the province, uNyambose played a massive yet quiet role in ensuring stability,” Ntuli said. “We are beneficiaries of that peace today, as seen in the co-operation between the Inkatha Freedom Party and African National Congress (ANC) within the provincial government and even at national level.”
He added that the late Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi had long championed reconciliation between the two parties, a vision that Mthethwa helped advance.
Mthethwa, a former cabinet Minister and senior ANC leader, passed away last week. His funeral has drawn tributes from across the political spectrum, honouring his decades-long service to the country and his commitment to unity and peace.
–ChannelAfrica–
