The area has been a scene of several deadly shootings in recent months including the killing of Dr Dumisani Khumalo, and most recently, Prince Mbongiseni Zulu who was being laid to rest on Saturday.
NONGOMA - The Mayor of Zululand District Municipality - Thulasizwe Buthelezi has called on the police ministry to establish a police station to service the community of Osuthu area in Nongoma - northern KwaZulu-Natal.These include the killings of Induna Dr Dumisani Khumalo, and most recently, Prince Mbongiseni Zulu who was being laid to rest on Saturday."We are begging government and would like to make it a point that the area of Osuthu needs a police station.
Buthelezi said there is a need for a police station in the area, as the killings of members of Osuthu traditional council - including the prince within a space of three months. “It is evident that crime has increased and even if people do wish to report the gun violence here, where would they report? We are pleading with government to assist us.”
The mayor also paid tribute to the slain prince, adding that he will be remembered for his skills to unite different political parties in the council. The late prince’s brother his royal highness Prince Mkhulumeli Zulu describes his slain younger brother as a peace maker. #ZuluRoyalFamily @ewnreporter
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Slain Zulu Prince, Mbongiseni Zulu, to be laid to rest in NongomaThe senior prince was shot and killed by unknown gunmen in Nongoma last week.
Read more »
Slain AmaZulu Prince Mbongiseni Zulu described as a peaceful manPrince Mbongiseni Zulu was laid to rest at the Osuthu Royal Palace in Nongoma in northern KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday.
Read more »
Slain AmaZulu Prince Mbongiseni Zulu described as a peaceful manPrince Mbongiseni Zulu was laid to rest at the Osuthu Royal Palace in Nongoma in northern KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday.
Read more »
Slain Zulu Prince, Mbongiseni Zulu, to be laid to rest in NongomaThe senior prince was shot and killed by unknown gunmen in Nongoma last week.
Read more »
WATCH: Should Pitbulls be banned?The future of Pitbulls in South Africa has been debated following several deadly attacks in recent weeks.
Read more »
Suspect charged with murder in shooting of rapper TakeoffHouston police said they arrested and charged with murder a man suspected in the killing of rapper Takeoff.
Read more »