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"Controversial Zulu politician Mangosuthu Buthelezi honored with state funeral in South Africa"

South Africa holds a state funeral for Mangosuthu Buthelezi, a controversial Zulu politician and founder of the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP). Buthelezi, who served as a minister of home affairs in the post-apartheid government, reconciled with his rival, Nelson Mandela, after years of bitter rivalry. Despite being labeled a warlord due to conflicts between his supporters and those of the African National Congress (ANC), Buthelezi played a significant role in South Africa's political landscape. Mourners gathered in traditional Zulu attire for the funeral, which was marked by some residual hostility. President Cyril Ramaphosa called for unity and emphasized the need to focus on what unites the nation.

via The Guardian|

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Controversial Zulu Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi laid to rest in South Africa

Thousands of mourners gathered in South Africa for the state funeral of Mangosuthu Buthelezi, a veteran politician, Zulu prince, and controversial figure during the apartheid liberation struggle. Mourners dressed in traditional Zulu outfits and engaged in rituals ahead of the service. Buthelezi, founder of the Inkatha Freedom Party, served as Minister of Home Affairs in the post-apartheid government after reconciling with his ANC rival. His Zulu nationalist movement clashed with the ANC in the past, but they made peace for the 1994 election. Buthelezi stepped down as IFP leader in 2019.

via CNN|

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"Contemplating the Legacy of a Divisive Zulu Leader at Buthelezi's Funeral"

Mourners have gathered in Ulundi for the funeral of Mangosuthu Buthelezi, a veteran South African politician and Zulu chief. While he is being honored for his fight against white-minority rule, his death has sparked a debate about his legacy. Buthelezi founded the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) and opposed the African National Congress (ANC) during apartheid. Supporters see him as a man of peace, but critics argue that his involvement in political violence during the transition to democracy tarnishes his legacy. The funeral has also become a political platform ahead of next year's elections, with accusations of historical revisionism.

via BBC|

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Mangosuthu Buthelezi: A Complex Legacy

Mangosuthu Buthelezi, a Zulu nationalist and rival to Nelson Mandela during South Africa's transition from apartheid to democracy, has died at the age of 95. Buthelezi, a hereditary chief of the Zulus and founder of the Inkatha Freedom Party, positioned himself as a voice for tribal and ethnic rights, advocating for a peaceful transition to democracy and free enterprise. However, critics accused him of collaborating with the apartheid regime and repressing anti-apartheid groups. Despite his influence during negotiations for a new Constitution, Buthelezi's party won only 10% of the votes in the first democratic elections, and he served as Minister of Home Affairs under President Mandela.

via The New York Times|

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