Mangosuthu Buthelezi: Toya Delazy Trends After Heartfelt Speech at Grandfather’s Funeral

• South Africans are still reeling from the passing of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi and his emotional send-off
• The speech delivered by Buthelezi's grandchild and musician Toya Delazy at the service was one of the highlights for Mzansi
• Toya trended on social media, and people said they were moved by her heartfelt tribute to the former IFP leader

South Africa continues to mourn the loss of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, and netizens reflected on his funeral proceedings that happened on 16 September in Ulundi, KwaZulu-Natal.

Toya Delazy's touching tribute

Toya Delazy, the musician and Buthelezi's grandchild delivered a moving speech at the service that captured the nation's attention.

Toya's heartfelt tribute to the former IFP leader resonated deeply with many, leading to her trending on X/Twitter. She also shared a video of her addressing the thousands of mourners on her Instagram account.

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Mzansi admires Toya and Buthelezi's bond

Surprisingly, many people were unaware of the family connection between the My City hitmaker and the legendary politician until her televised speech.

Social media users expressed their shock and appreciation for her eloquent tribute. Some touched on Toya's close relationship with Buthelezi.

Read some of the comments below:

@sbngmjl mentioned:

"The fact that Mangosuthu Buthelezi is a traditional man but openly accepted Toya Delazy's sexuality says a lot about him. "

@sulezi10 stated:

"I didn't know Toya Delazy was the granddaughter of the child of enter again."

@MnqarhwanaL wrote:

"Toya Delazy did not shy away from her grandfather's past, she spoke well. She is smart."

@pamunzi stated:

"Some folk are yet to know that Buthelezi is Toya Delazy's grandpa. He raised her as her folk died young. A man of character no doubt."

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@Roselynndlovu2 asked:

"Am I the only one who didn't know that #toyadelazy is the Granddaughter of Mangosuthu Buthelezi?"

@Only_Botake tweeted:

"Toya Delazy's accent will always leave me wanting."

@BrettFishA

"Did not know that Toya Delazy was related, wow interesting speech."

Toya Delazy and wife mark daughter’s 1st birthday with Instagram pics and a video, fans celebrate: “So cute”

In another article, Briefly News reported that Toya Delazy's daughter recently turned a year old, and the singer gushed over the little one on Instagram.

The My City hitmaker said raising her daughter with her wife Allison Chaig has been the most beautiful experience in her life.

Source: Briefly News