Princess Sibuyiselwe Angela Buthelezi, the youngest daughter of the late Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, died in the early hours of Monday, 21 October 2024, after being admitted to a hospital in Cape Town.
Story Summary:
- Princess Sibuyiselwe Angela Buthelezi passed away in a Cape Town hospital after falling ill, though the exact cause of death has not been disclosed.
- Princess Angela was the youngest daughter of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi and a member of Parliament representing the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP).
- The Buthelezi family, political figures, and the public have expressed shock and condolences over her unexpected death, coming just a year after her father’s passing.
Princess Sibuyiselwe Angela Buthelezi dies: What’s the cause of death?
The 55-year-old had fallen ill while attending a parliamentary session.
Her health had been frail for several years, but her passing came unexpectedly, leaving her family and the nation in shock.
The Buthelezi family confirmed her passing through a statement by Prince Zuzifa Buthelezi, who expressed deep sorrow over the loss.
The exact cause of death has not been publicly disclosed yet.
Princess Sibuyiselwe Angela Buthelezi biography
Born into the renowned Buthelezi family, Princess Sibuyiselwe Angela Buthelezi was the daughter of the late Inkosi Mangosuthu Buthelezi and Princess Irene Buthelezi.
A politician by profession, she was a prominent member of the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) and represented her party in the South African Parliament.
In her political career, Princess Angela held various roles, including serving as a member of the Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements and the Portfolio Committee on Tourism.
She had been a parliamentarian since June 2024 and actively worked in her respective committees.
Her dedication to public service extended beyond her political career, as she was also a devoted mother to her only child, Princess Ntando Nkeiruka.
The loss of her father in September 2023 was a deep personal blow, and just a year later, her untimely passing has left the Buthelezi family in mourning once again.
Reactions to Princess Buthelezi’s death
The passing of Princess Sibuyiselwe Angela Buthelezi has sparked an outpouring of condolences from both political figures and the general public.
The Buthelezi family expressed their grief and shared that her death came as a devastating shock, despite her long-term health struggles.
Her brother, Prince Zuzifa Buthelezi, described her as a dedicated and loving individual who was committed to her work in Parliament and her community.
“The loss of Princess Angela just a year after the passing of our father is a terrible shock. While her health was not perfect for several years, we did not expect this sudden news,” he said.
The details of her funeral will be announced by the family in due course.