President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the late King Makhosoke II – Enock Makhosoke Mabhena – of the amaNdebele Nation will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral Category 1, with military honours, on Sunday, 14 June 2026.
His Majesty King Makhosoke II, the traditional leader of the amaNdebele akwaManala, passed away at the age of 65 on Tuesday, 09 June 2026, after 40 years on the throne.
The funeral of His Majesty will take place at Solomon Mahlangu Stadium, KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, on Sunday, 14 June. The proceedings will include ceremonial elements provided by the South African National Defence Force.
President Ramaphosa reiterates his deep condolences to the Royal Household, Her Majesty Queen Sekhothali, amaNdebele and the Basotho nation from whom Her Majesty is descended, as they prepare to bid a final farewell to the King.
President Ramaphosa has directed that the National Flag be flown at half mast from tomorrow, Saturday, 13 June 2026, to Sunday evening, 14 June.
Enquiries:
Vincent Magwenya,
E-mail: media@presidency.gov.za
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