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Nathi Mthethwa’s family races to bring his body for funeral

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The family of the late South African ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, confirmed they are working with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) to repatriate his remains for a memorial and funeral service.

Nathi who was 58, was found dead on 30 September after falling from the 22nd floor of Paris’s Hyatt Regency Hotel.

“Once formal processes are complete, we will work closely with the  Dirco to bring Nathi home for a memorial and funeral worthy of his legacy,” The Citizen quoted family spokesperson Dr Sfiso Buthelezi as saying.

French authorities are investigating his death, with no possibilities ruled out.

At the time of his passing, Nathi did not have a security detail, Dirco said.

Some family members expressed unhappiness over how they were informed and have requested more information from the ANC and government.

The family expressed gratitude for public support and for the government and French authorities’ cooperation.

Nathi served in various ministerial roles, including minister of safety and security, police, arts and culture, and sports, arts and culture, before his tenure as ambassador.

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First published by African Insider

Compiled by Betha Madhomu

Also see: Conspiracy corner: Nathi Mthethwa’s unexpected death connected to corruption exposure?

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