THANDISIZWE Diko, the chief of the Bhaca people in the Eastern Cape and husband of suspended Presidency spokesperson Khusela Diko, has died after a short illness in East London.
Diko’s death was confirmed to the public on Monday morning by family spokesperson, Lumko Mtimde.
Diko was 43 years old.
“It is with great sadness that KwaBhaca Great Kingdom announces the untimely passing of our King, His Majesty Madzikane II Diko,” said Mtimde.
“INgonyama Madzikane II Diko passed away in the afternoon of Sunday, 21 February 2021 in East London following short illness. ISizwe samaBhaca and the Royal family are still coming to terms with this shocking and painful loss of our beloved father, son and husband, and will make further announcements once the Kingdom has finalised the arrangements for the burial.”
He added: “We are humbled by the outpouring of support and grief since the news of His Majesty’s passing
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