The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs  (CoGTA), Dr Zweli Mkhize has expressed deep sadness and conveyed his condolences, on the passing of Princess Irene Audrey Thandekile Buthelezi, wife of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi MP, following a long illness.
 
The Minister extended words of heartfelt sympathy and support to the Buthelezi family and friends on the passing of Princess Irene.
 
“May the family be comforted by the sweet memories of the special moments they shared with her over so many decades,” said Minister Mkhize
 
Issued by the Ministry of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs