Veteran South African Politician Steps Down After 42 Years

Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, 89, who launched the Inkatha Freedom Party in 1975, has faced criticism over the years for clinging to power. He has said he did not foresee any internal squabbles as the party elects new leadership.

Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, middle, leader of the Inkatha Freedom Party in South Africa.

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