Polarising legacy
ONE of the most controversial figures in the turbulent history of South Africa died yesterday, on the 150th anniversary of the death on Robben Island of Chief Maqoma, who resisted British colonialism.
On the occasion of his 95th birthday on August 27, I related my engagements with Prince Mangosuthu Gatsha Buthelezi (Shenge), who was considerate, readily smiled and showed grace. Much is already being churned out about his contributions to the largest ethnic group in South Africa, the province
