… As NATCOM is laid to rest
BY EPN REPORTER
MBABANE – “Their Majesties pray for peace within the Dlamini family and the entire country.”
These were the words of Prince Phuhlaphi when speaking on behalf of their Their Majesties at the memorial service held to honour the late National Commissioner of Police (NATCOM), William ‘Tsitsibala’ Dlamini.
Prince Phuhlaphi also sent condolences on behalf of His Majesty King Mswati III and the Indlovukazi, The Queen Mother, to the Dlamini family, as well as the nation in what hermed an unusual tragedy. The NATCOM collapsed to his demise at the O.R. Tambo International Airport in South Africa on his way from a work trip.
Government Rep Rev Absalom Muntu Dlamini making his remarks during the memorial service of the late NATCOM William Tsitsibala Dlamini.
Prince Phuhlaphi’s remorseful sentiments were echoed by the Government’s representative Reverend Absalom Muntu Dlamini.
“Government sends condolences to Their Majesties, the family, and all police officers. Government also appreciates the support given to the Dlamini family during this time of bereavement. Let us continue to support the Dlamini family even after the burial,” urged the Reverend.
Representative of NATCOM’s wife Doreen reading her tribute speech during the memorial service of the late NATCOM William Tsitsibala Dlamini.
The Dlamini family was supported by the nation in the State Funeral as they honoured the life of the late NATCOM.
“He loved us. We knew we had strong support. Whenever we needed him, he would be there. He would come through for his children. We also send our condolences to all police officers because we know you have also lost a father,” said one of Dlamini’s children.
“Thank you for showing me what true love and happiness is. I can only hope time will heal my heart,” said Dlamini’s widow Doreen, through her representative.
His Majesty’s Rep Prince Phuhlaphi shaking hands with former NATCOM Isaac Magagula during the memorial service of late NATCOM William Tsitsibala Dlamini.
The late NATCOM was also praised for his high and effective work ethic by former NATCOM Isaac Magagula, as well as Lesotho Mounted Police National Commissioner Holomo Molibeli.
Dlamini was laid to his final resting place at his home in Mahlangatha yesterday, on October 15.
Police officers escort the body of late NATCOM William Tsitsibala Dlamini. (Courtesy Pics of Eswatini Government)
