South African Ambassador Nkosinathi Mthethwa Found Dead at Paris Hotel: Investigation Underway

Sep 30, 2025 09:40 pm CST

South Africa's ambassador to France, Nkosinathi Emmanuel "Nathi" Mthethwa, was found dead at the Hyatt Regency hotel in Paris after being reported missing by his wife. French authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death. The former Minister of Arts and Culture was described by South Africa's foreign affairs department as "a distinguished servant of the nation" whose passing represents "a national loss."