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South Africa mourns the sudden death of Nkosinathi Emmanuel “Nathi” Mthethwa, its ambassador to France, whose body was found in Paris just a day after he was reported missing. The 57-year-old former Police Minister had also served as Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture, and played a key role on the 2010 FIFA World Cup Local Organising Committee. French authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, which reportedly involved a fall from the 22nd floor of the Hyatt Regency Paris Étoile. This devastating loss has resonated deeply, with colleagues praising Mthethwa’s long-standing patriotism and service. He leaves behind a legacy of national and international service and is survived by his wife and children.
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