Western Cape Acting Premier Bonginkosi Madikizela extends his condolences to the Royal Family of His Majesty King Zwelithini.
The passing of His Majesty, King Goodwill Zwelithini this morning is a huge loss to our country. The timing of his passing couldn’t be worse given the challenges we continue to face.
King Goodwill Zwelithini played a pivotal role in uniting the people of KwaZulu-Natal and the Zulu nation across the country during the times of devastating violence in the early 1990s.
I met His Majesty in early 2000 and was deeply touched by his love for his nation. Despite his stature in society, His Majesty was very humble, jovial and loved interacting with people.
On behalf of the Western Cape Government, I would like to express my deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the members of the Royal Family, the Zulu nation and the entire country during this difficult time.
May his soul rest in peace.
Ntomboxolo Makoba-Somdaka
Spokesperson for Acting Premier, Bonginkosi Madikizela
Cell: 082 953 0026
Email: Ntomboxolo.Makoba-Somdaka@westerncape.gov.za