A heavy cloud descends upon
the Mpondo nation as it mourns the passing of King
Zanozuko Tyelovuyo Sigcau of the Mpondo Kingdom, who departed after a short
illness in the late hours of yesterday.
According to the Spokesperson of the Royal Family,
Nkosi Jongilanga Sigcau, the king’s passing comes at a time when the AmaMpondo nation was on a path to realise his vision of a consolidated and progressive
Mpondo nation.
“The Mpondo Royal family at large and our entire Mpondo nation
grieves His Majesty’s passing and tragic loss. We appeal to everyone to keep us
in their prayers during this difficult time. The Royal family will provide
further information in this regard as time progresses,” he said.
COGTA MEC, Xolile Nqatha, has extended his condolences to the Mpondo Kingdom
and the entire Royal family.
“On behalf of the Provincial Government, we extend our heartfelt and
sincere condolences to the royal family, relatives and the entire Mpondo Kingdom.
“I equally feel a personal loss as myself and his majesty became very close over the period,
able to talk about anything. He was deeply committed to unite the Mpondo Nation and the
only fitting tribute we can give to the King is to support all efforts for a unified nation,” Nqata added.
