Leon Schuster? ‘White Zulu’ turns heads at Buthelezi’s funeral

In pics and clips that went viral on Twitter – or X – an unidentified white male was seen joining a legion of Zulu men who proceeded to the Prince Magosuthu Buthelezi Stadium in uLundi for the funeral of the late IFP leader.


 
Wearing animal skins and carrying a spear, the man joined hundreds of supporters who walked the streets in Buthelezi’s hometown.PICS: A white man from Ngome near Vryheid has joined Zulu regiments at the funeral of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi in Ulundi. @IOL pic.twitter.com/nRJJ0DVlO3

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While the pale Zulu warrior’s identity is unknown, another white male had funeral-goers in awe of his linguistic skills.

Tim Booetiger – popularly known as Shoba Lembuzi – was seen greeting and sympathising with the public at Buthelezi’s funeral service.Meanwhile, comedian Leon Schuster is recovering from a recent back operation after sustaining injuries while filming the 2022 movie Mr Bones 3 .

The actor and entertainer – who has kept a low profile in recent years – released a new song for the Springboks ahead of the Rugby World Cup, which kicked off earlier this month.