Late chief remembered for his wise guidance
Cogta MEC, Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi, said Luthuli is remembered as a consistent source of guidance and for his involvement in community development.
THE KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) has extended its condolences to the Luthuli family following the death of Inkosi Phathisizwe Philbert Luthuli, the head of the Umnini Trust Traditional Authority in Umgababa.
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Luthuli (64) was pronounced dead at Kingsway Hospital, where he was rushed to after collapsing at home in the evening on March 9. He had been the chief of the Luthuli clan since 1988.
Cogta MEC, Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi, said Luthuli is remembered as a consistent source of guidance, particularly for younger amakhosi (chiefs), and for his steady involvement in community development.
“His commitment to strengthening governance was evident last month when he was among 47 amakhosi who completed the Leadership and Good Governance Programme at the University of KwaZulu-Natal,” said Buthelezi.
He further extended condolences to the Mnini Trust Traditional Authority and the broader traditional leadership community. He added that senior Cogta officials have been assigned to support the family with preparations for the funeral, details of which have not been finalised.
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