South African politician (1928-2023)
Case to scrap Zondo’s report to proceed despite chief justice Maya rejecting litigation request
timeslive.co.za/politics/2026-05-19-case-to-scrap-zondos-report-to-proceed-despite-chief-justice-maya-rejecting-litigation-request/
sabcnews.com Apr 29
Prince Buthelezi Mall to boost jobs and rural economy in Empangeni - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business ...
sabcnews.com/sabcnews/prince-buthelezi-mall-to-boost-jobs-and-rural-economy-in-empangeni/
BusinessTech Apr 10
New shopping mall named after a politician opening in South Africa this month: Prince Buthelezi Mall, named after the founder of the IFP, will open its doors at ...
businesstech.co.za/news/property/856574/new-shopping-mall-named-after-a-politician-opening-in-south-africa-this-month/
‘Hlabisa stays. Buthelezi chose him’: Gauteng chair Bonginkosi Dhlamini says that challenging the founder’s choice for president would erode his legacy ...
mg.co.za/politics/2026-03-27-hlabisa-stays-buthelezi-chose-him/
BusinessTech Mar 02
Massive new mall opening in South Africa next month: Prince Buthelezi Mall is opening its doors next month, with the 37,000 sqm mall offering modern retail ...
businesstech.co.za/news/property/852611/massive-new-mall-opening-in-south-africa-next-month/
The Citizen Mar 11
Motsoaledi suspends Buthelezi and two others over fraud allegations: The trio was apprehended for fraud and theft.
citizen.co.za/news/motsoaledi-suspends-buthelezi-and-two-others-over-fraud-allegations/
Strengthening the Zulu Kingdom: Prince Africa Zulu's new role as deputy royal chancellor
iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-03-10-strengthening-the-zulu-kingdom-prince-africa-zulus-new-role-as-deputy-royal-chancellor/
BusinessTech Dec 30 25
New shopping mall named after a politician opening soon in South Africa: Prince Buthelezi Mall will open its doors in April, with the mall hoping to improve ...
businesstech.co.za/news/property/845284/new-shopping-mall-named-after-a-politician-opening-soon-in-south-africa/
Flash floods wreak havoc on KZN South Coast, disaster teams deployed: KZN COGTA has deployed disaster management teams to Ray Nkonyeni following flash floods ...
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-12-22-flash-floods-wreak-havoc-on-kzn-south-coast-disaster-teams-deployed/
Hlabisa clings to power as IFP considers postponing elective conference to 2027: As local government elections approach, the IFP may delay its elective ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-12-21-hlabisa-clings-to-power-as-ifp-considers-postponing-elective-conference-to-2027/
High drama as land minister and King Misuzulu move to suspend Ingonyama Trust Board
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-12-08-high-drama-as-land-minister-and-king-misuzulu-move-to-suspend-ingonyama-trust-board/
Miss SA 2025 finale: what to expect from the most anticipated event of the year: Get ready for the Miss SA 2025 finale, featuring a new era with fresh presenters ...
iol.co.za/lifestyle/style-beauty/beauty/2025-10-24-miss-sa-2025-finale-what-to-expect-from-the-most-anticipated-event-of-the-year/
Newzroom Afrika Oct 18 25
IFP President Velenkosini Hlabisa has concluded his address at the party’s 50th anniversary celebrations at the Jabulani Amphitheatre in Soweto ... Show more
Newzroom Afrika Oct 18 25
[WATCH] IFP members are gathering at the Soweto Amphitheatre to celebrate the party’s Golden Jubilee in Gauteng. Founded in 1975 by Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi ... Show more
'Truth, nothing more’: Family seeks answers in SA Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa’s death
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-10-06-truth-nothing-more-family-seeks-answers-in-sa-ambassador-nathi-mthethwas-death/
Key FactsControversial Legacy of Nathi Mthethwa Ends Suddenly
Sep 30, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
- Nathi Mthethwa was found dead in a Paris hotel while French authorities investigate the circumstances of his passing.
- He faced accusations of manipulating police investigations and misusing crime intelligence funds during his tenure.
- Mthethwa served under two presidents and was implicated in scandals involving Richard Mdluli and the purchase of a luxury vehicle with secret service money.
- Later appointed Minister of Arts and Culture, he encountered public backlash including the #NathiMustGo campaign and criticism over a costly flag project.
Nathi Mthethwa's family slams claim that Crime Intelligence funds were used for his perimeter wall
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-10-08-nathi-mthethwas-family-slams-claim-that-crime-intelligence-funds-were-used-for-his-perimeter-wall/
Newzroom Afrika Oct 12 25
@SilethiweNdlovu [WATCH] Prince Zuzifa Buthelezi describes the passing of ambassador Nathi Mthethwa as a sad day for the country. He says Mthethwa was an exemplary leader ... Show more
‘Your love was a garden in which I flourished’: Widow pays moving tribute to Mthethwa
news24.com/politics/your-love-was-a-garden-in-which-i-flourished-widow-pays-moving-tribute-to-mthethwa-20251012-0760
sabcnews.com Oct 12 25
WATCH | Dr Sfiso Buthelezi, delivering the family’s tributes, says Nathi Mthethwa dedicated his life to serving the people of South Africa and remained ... Show more
sabcnews.com Oct 12 25
WATCH | Dr Sfiso Buthelezi, delivering the family’s tributes, says bringing Nathi Mthethwa's remains back home was not easy.
sabcnews.com Oct 12 25
WATCH | Gloria Serobe, delivering tributes on behalf of friends, has hailed Philisiwe Buthelezi, the wife of Nathi Mthethwa, as a courageous woman ... Show more
Newzroom Afrika Oct 06 25
Family spokesperson Dr Sfiso Buthelezi says ambassador Nathi Mthethwa’s body will leave France on Thursday and arrive in SA on Friday ... Show more
Mthethwa sent message to wife saying he wanted to die by suicide - Paris prosecutors’ office
news24.com/politics/mthethwa-sent-message-to-wife-saying-he-wanted-to-die-by-suicide-paris-prosecutors-office-20250930-1147
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[WATCH] Nathi Mthethwa's brother-in-law, Khulekani Buthelezi, says cooperation between South African and French authorities will help provide answers for the ... Show more
Newzroom Afrika Oct 03 25
Nathi Mthethwa’s brother-in-law, Sfiso Buthelezi, says French authorities are still conducting a post-mortem, with repatriation expected to begin next week ... Show more
sabcnews.com Oct 02 25
WATCH | Dr. Sfiso Buthelezi, the spokesperson for the family of late ambassador Nathi Mthethwa, says they are devastated and heartbroken by his death ... Show more
Grieving families of Nathi Mthethwa and his wife Philisiwe Buthelezi appreciate outpouring of support
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-10-02-grieving-families-of-nathi-mthethwa-and-his-wife-philisiwe-buthelezi-appreciate-outpouring-of-support/
Newzroom Afrika Oct 01 25
Simon Marks discusses the relationship SA’s ambassador to France and ex-minister Nathi Mthethwa and his wife Philisiwe Buthelezi had with France ... Show more
Bail delayed for induna linked to hit on DA chief whip Nhlalayenza Ndlovu: Magistrate Sandy Sindane ‘not ready’ to deliver ruling
timeslive.co.za/news/2025-09-30-bail-delayed-for-induna-linked-to-hit-on-da-chief-whip-nhlalayenza-ndlovu/
Zulu royal council defends King Misuzulu's proposed R10 monthly contribution for his independence
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-08-20-zulu-royal-council-defends-king-misuzulus-proposed-r10-monthly-contribution-for-his-independence/
eNCA Aug 24 25
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi's grave to be launched as KZN heritage site: KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli will on Wednesday launch Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi’s ...
enca.com/news/prince-mangosuthu-buthelezis-grave-be-launched-kzn-heritage-site
sabcnews.com Aug 28 25
[WATCH] The KwaZulu-Natal provincial government has officially launched the gravesite of the late IFP President Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi as a heritage site.
EWN Aug 28 25
KZN govt officially turns Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi’s grave into provincial heritage site
ewn.co.za/2025/08/28/kzn-govt-officially-turns-prince-mangosuthu-buthelezi-s-grave-into-provincial-heritage-site
OpinionA chief’s princely agenda: Historian Hlonipha Mokoena writes on the reissue of ‘Chief with a Double Agenda’ by Mzala (Nobleman Nxumalo), first published in 1988
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/opinion-and-analysis/opinion/2025-08-17-a-chiefs-princely-agenda/
Paid articlePaywallCogta MEC paves the way for pension fund and medical aid for Amakhosi: KwaZulu-Natal co-operative governance and traditional affairs MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi has ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-07-03-cogta-mec-paves-the-way-for-pension-fund-and-medical-aid-for-amakhosi/
Zulu king brings house in order with two new appointments: Zulu king Misuzulu kaZwelithini moved to bring his house in order with the appointment of Inkosi ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-04-09-zulu-king-brings-house-in-order-with-two-new-appointments/
IFP deputy president Mzamo Buthelezi calls for reconciliation with ANC to heal historical wounds
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-03-24-ifp-deputy-president-calls-for-reconciliation-with-anc-to-heal-historical-wounds/
IN PICS | IFP aims to grow stronger in national politics, speaks against factions
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-03-23-in-pics-ifp-aims-to-grow-stronger-in-national-politics-speaks-against-factions/
Leadership battle for top IFP spot hots up as party celebrates 50 years: The race seems to hinge on top contenders — party leader Velenkosini Hlabisa and KZN ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/politics/2025-03-19-leadership-battle-for-top-ifp-spot-hots-up-as-party-celebrates-50-years/
Paid articlePaywallKZN mayor Petros Ngubane allegedly axed for 'failing to lead' municipality
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-03-04-kzn-mayor-petros-ngubane-allegedly-axed-for-failing-to-lead-municipality/
IFP marches to save Ithala as legacy of founder Buthelezi and pro-poor bank: Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has called on the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) to ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-02-24-ifp-marches-to-save-ithala-as-legacy-of-founder-buthelezi-and-pro-poor-bank/
Newzroom Afrika Feb 21 25
King Misuzulu kaZwelithini holds an imbizo in Nongoma, voicing deep concerns over the Ingonyama Trust and Ithala Bank. "Such a beautiful
thing envisaged ... Show more
King Misuzulu addresses Ingonyama Trust, Ithala Bank issues - YouTube
King Misuzulu addresses Ingonyama Trust, Ithala Bank issues - YouTube
KZN mayor calls for calm amid 'mayhem' in Zulu royal family: Umzinyathi District Municipality mayor Petros Ngubane has called for calm in the Zulu royal ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-02-08-kzn-mayor-calls-for-calm-amid-mayhem-in-zulu-royal-family/
Orlando Pirates goalkeeper in court over child maintenance: “What's sad is that he is posting his luxurious lifestyle [on social media] while he can't ...
timeslive.co.za/tshisa-live/tshisa-live/2025-01-30-orlando-pirates-goalkeeper-in-court-over-child-maintenance/
KZN alliance parties step in to resolve South Coast instability: KZN Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi met stakeholders last week, and now the DA is calling for the ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/politics/2025-01-23-kzn-alliance-parties-step-in-to-resolve-south-coast-instability/
Paid articlePaywallKZN premier calls for community unity against rising crime in KwaZulu-Natal: KZN Premier Thami Ntuli urges rural communities to confront crime fearlessly ...
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kzn-premier-calls-for-community-unity-against-rising-crime-in-kwazulu-natal-cc0d125b-69ec-4fcf-825d-6477b71c840b
Zulu King MisuZulu fires traditional prime minister Thulasizwe Buthelezi: The monarch had been under pressure from KwaZulu-Natal politicians to ditch Buthelezi
mg.co.za/politics/2024-12-27-zulu-king-misuzulu-fires-traditional-prime-minister-thulasizwe-buthelezi/
Key FactsKing Misuzulu Dismisses Thulasizwe Buthelezi
Dec 27, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
- King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has withdrawn Rev. Thulasizwe Dominic Buthelezi from his position as Zulu Traditional Prime Minister effective immediately.
- Buthelezi had held this position since January 2024, succeeding Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, who passed away in September 2023.
- In a related action, the king dismissed Thanduyise Mzimela as chairperson of the Ingonyama Trust Board in February 2024 and appointed himself as the new chair.
- The Ingonyama Trust was established in 1994 to manage land owned by the former KwaZulu government during the final days of apartheid.
Fate of 'white elephant' Ulundi legislature to be decided by KZN government
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-01-21-fate-of-white-elephant-ulundi-legislature-to-be-decided-by-kzn-government/
KZN Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi announces R34m boost to amakhosi fightback campaign
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-01-04-kzn-cogta-mec-thulasizwe-buthelezi-announces-r34m-boost-to-amakhosi-fightback-campaign/
Zulu king ‘being lobbied’ to fire traditional prime minister Thulasize Buthelezi: IFP and ANC leaders and members of the Zulu royal family are among those who ...
mg.co.za/politics/2024-12-09-zulu-king-being-lobbied-to-fire-traditional-prime-minister-thulasize-buthelezi/
Sending amakhosi to school and making Ulundi Cogta HQ are Buthelezi's priorities
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/news/2024-12-06-sending-amakhosi-to-school-and-making-ulundi-cogta-hq-are-buthelezis-priorities/
Paid articlePaywallKZN Cogta MEC Buthelezi’s attempt to move office to Ulundi put on ice: Plans to relocate the KwaZulu-Natal office for cooperative governance and traditional ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-12-04-kzn-cogta-mec-buthelezis-attempt-to-move-office-to-ulundi-put-on-ice/
Buthelezi fires back at ANC ‘imbecility’ as KZN unity government tensions flare: The Cogta MEC said there was a coordinated ANC effort to undermine his work and ...
mg.co.za/politics/2024-11-04-buthelezi-fires-back-at-anc-imbecility-as-kzn-unity-government-tensions-flare/
Key FactsButhelezi Defends Against ANC Criticism in KZN
Nov 4, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
- IFP MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi dismissed ANC accusations as political imbecility.
- He emphasized his independence from the ANC and viewed attempts to label him as a weak link as tactics to undermine his influence.
- Buthelezi criticized the ANC's governance record, citing corruption and mismanagement in the previous administration.
- Despite tensions, the ANC stated that the coalition would continue to serve the residents of KwaZulu-Natal.
Buthelezi’s daughter Princess Angela has died: Princess Sibuyiselwe Angela Buthelezi died in the early hours on Monday, a week after she was hospitalised in Cape ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-10-21-buthelezis-daughter-princess-angela-has-died/
Key FactsPrincess Angela Buthelezi Passes Away Unexpectedly
Oct 21, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
- Princess Sibuyiselwe Angela Buthelezi, youngest daughter of Mangosuthu Buthelezi, has died at age 55.
- Her passing occurred early Monday after a week in a Cape Town hospital while attending a parliamentary session.
- Her brother, Prince Ntuthukoyezwe Zuzifa Buthelezi, noted the family's shock following the loss, just a year after their father's death.
- Princess Angela is survived by her only child, Princess Ntando Nkeiruka, with funeral details to be announced later.
DA 'self-serving', IFP MEC 'divisive' but the GPU is stable — Siboniso Duma
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-11-04-da-self-serving-ifp-mec-divisive-but-the-gpu-is-stable-siboniso-duma/
Zulu traditional PM Thulasizwe Buthelezi launches investment company for amakhosi
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-10-24-zulu-traditional-pm-launches-investment-company-for-amakhosi/
MEC condemns killing of second KZN induna in a matter of days: KwaZulu-Natal co-operative governance and traditional affairs MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi has ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-10-08-mec-condemns-killing-of-second-kzn-induna-in-a-matter-of-days/
Boxer Sikho Nqothole wants to have his cake and eat it: Sikho Nqothole wants to have his cake and eat it — literally — after he fights Jafet Amukwa of Namibia in ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/2024-09-20-boxer-sikho-nqothole-wants-to-have-his-cake-and-eat-it/
Husband and co-accused sentenced to life for 2020 murder of wife and business partner
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-08-16-husband-and-co-accused-sentenced-to-life-for-2020-murder-of-wife-and-business-partner/
SAA says business is strong as another delay in financial statement looms: South African Airways maintains that the reasons for the possible delay in the ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/news/2024-08-11-saa-says-business-is-strong-as-another-delay-in-financial-statement-looms/
Paid articlePaywallHusband and co-accused sentenced to life for 2020 murder of wife and business partner
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-08-16-husband-and-co-accused-sentenced-to-life-for-2020-murder-of-wife-and-business-partner/
Zulu royals' dispute mediation team named: Key figures of the Zulu royal family who opposed King Misuzulu’s occupation of the throne have been appointed to a ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-08-15-zulu-royals-dispute-mediation-team-named/
Mzamo Buthelezi installed as Inkosi of Buthelezi clan: Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi says his long-awaited recognition as the Inkosi of the Buthelezi clan was a ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-07-26-mzamo-buthelezi-installed-as-inkosi-of-buthelezi-clan/
'Apartheid can never be forgotten': Phumzile Van Damme on BBC documentary and 'denialists'
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-07-23-apartheid-can-never-be-forgotten-phumzile-van-damme-on-apartheid-killer-documentary-and-denialists/
Court rules in Zulu king’s favour in Ingonyama Trust Board challenge by estranged uncle
mg.co.za/news/2024-06-27-court-rules-in-zulu-kings-favour-in-ingonyama-trust-board-challenge-by-estranged-uncle/
KZN youth off to US to become 'weather and climate change warriors': After years of being at the receiving end of violent weather, the KwaZulu-Natal ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-07-02-kzn-youth-off-to-us-to-become-weather-and-climate-change-warriors/
IFP’s Velenkosini Hlabisa calls on voters to ‘use our brains’ and vote the ANC out of power
mg.co.za/politics/2024-05-26-ifps-velenkosini-hlabisa-calls-on-voters-to-use-our-brains-and-vote-the-anc-out-of-power/
Agriculture Minister Thoko Didiza calls meeting with Zulu king over his Ingonyama Trust Board comments
mg.co.za/politics/2024-05-25-agriculture-minister-thoko-didiza-calls-meeting-with-zulu-king-over-his-ingonyama-trust-board-comments/
