By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
IFP founder Emeritus Mangosuthu Buthelezi’s family on Wednesday announced that he has been discharged from hospital.
The 93-year-old had been admitted to hospital after suffering from hypertension.
In a short statement, his family thanked the public for its support.
“We are pleased to report that following a brief period of recuperation and testing, he has been given a clean bill of health and was discharged from hospital yesterday [Tuesday],” family spokesperson Dr Bhekuyise Ngqengelele Buthelezi said in a statement.
The family added it was good to have Buthelezi back home, where he was preparing for the upcoming opening of the Parliament and State of the Nation Address.
“Once again, we appreciate the care that has been expressed for Prince Buthelezi’s good health.”
The Buthelezi family also extended their gratitude for the excellent medical care he received.