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| Mzamo Buthelezi (pictured center) is next in line to lead the party |
I see nepotism rules the Zulu-nationalist, center-right party. From News24 (South Africa): "Some of the key words associated with
politicians are 'ambition' and 'arrogance', but not for Mzamo Buthelezi, who
says he believes in humility and consultation. Buthelezi, 36, was confirmed on Saturday as next in line to
succeed Mangosuthu Buthelezi when he retires as leader of the Inkatha Freedom
Party. Not much is known about him outside the IFP. This
traditional leader from Mbongombongweni in Zululand holds strong views about
the role that traditional leadership can play in helping rural communities."
The article continues about the younger Mr. Buthelezi: "He dismissed as 'trash' allegations of nepotism because he
has the same surname as the IFP leader. 'Yes, in the house of Buthelezi and in the Zulu culture
those of us with the same surname are related, but I have used my membership
and ability to get to where I am. There are lots of Buthelezis and this is a
non-issue.' Mangosuthu Buthelezi was re-elected unopposed and will see
through the leadership transition."
