eThekwini to repatriate Egyptian mummy to 'rightful resting place'
The City of eThekwini says plans are underway to repatriate an Egyptian mummy of a high priest to its rightful resting place in the North African state.
The mummy dates back to about 300 BCE.
The coffin contains the remains of an Egyptian minor priest named Peten-Amun, who hailed from Akhmîm, a place about 354 kilometres outside Cairo.
The repatriation process is expected during the 2024/2025 financial year.
The municipality’s spokesperson, Gugu Sisilana, says it remains unclear how the mummy ended up in Durban.
"The city acknowledges the significance of returning the mummy to its country of origin and honouring its cultural and historical importance to the people of Egypt.
"The intent to repatriate the mummy follows a thorough investigation of the circumstances surrounding its presence in Durban, which remain unclear."
"There are no cost implications to the city at this stage for the repatriation process," she added.
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