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South African Royal Princesses Network Mourns Passing of King Makhosonke II Mabena

Traditional leaders, royal families and communities across South Africa pay tribute to AmaNdebele monarch

Quan Dambuza

June 10, 2026

South African Royal Princesses Network Mourns Passing of King Makhosonke II Mabena

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The South African Royal Princesses Network (SARPN) has expressed deep sorrow following the passing of AmaNdebele monarch, King Makhosonke II Mabena, describing his death as the end of a remarkable era of leadership, cultural preservation and service to his people. In a statement issued on 9 June 2026, the organisation joined the nation, the Traditional…

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