Archive · 30 Sep 2025
South African Ambassador to France Found Dead in Paris
The South African ambassador to France, Mr. Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa, has been found dead in Paris.
He was found near the Hyatt Hotel.
The circumstances surrounding his death are currently under investigation by French authorities.
Authorities have not yet commented on the cause of death.
The South African Embassy has not provided any statements to the press.
South Africa's ambassador to France was found dead in Paris.
The ambassador was found near the Hyatt Hotel.
French authorities are investigating the circumstances of his death.
The Paris police spokesperson declined to comment.
The South African Embassy has not responded to requests for comment.
- Who
- South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa
- What
- Found dead
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Paris, France, at the foot of the Hyatt Hotel
- Why
- Investigation ongoing
Official Investigations
Public Information
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Official Investigations
French authorities are investigating the cause of death and the circumstances surrounding it.
Public Information
Authorities are withholding information.
- Victim
- South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa
- Location
- Paris, France
- Death Location
- Foot of the Hyatt Hotel
- Death Investigation
- Ongoing by French authorities
