King Misuzulu lauds Buthelezi for standing by him
AmaZulu king Misuzulu KaZwelithini says Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi stood by him and his family until his last breath.
The IFP founder and Traditional Prime Minister to the Zulu Nation passed away on Saturday morning at the age of 95.
King Misuzulu says he's devastated by the loss of Buthelezi.
He says he's grateful for all that Buthelezi did for his family.
The King conveyed his condolences to the Buthelezi family, the Zulu royal family, and the Inkatha Freedom Party.
His Majesty spoke during the annual reed dance in Nongoma on Saturday.
He's told thousands of maidens that gathered at the eNyokeni Royal Palace the events had been cancelled out of respect for Buthelezi.
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