South Africa: inquest into death of Luthuli reopened

South Africa is going to reopen inquests into the deaths of a trio of prominent anti apartheid activists. New information led the National prosecuting Authourity to recommend the move. Amongst the three is the first Nobel Peace Prize winner and former president general of the ANC, Chief Albert Luthuli. Officially he died after being hit by a train in 1967, today the Justice ministry says its no longer sure. More information with FRANCE 24 correpondent in Cape Town, An Wentzel.

May 15, 2024 - 17:00
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South Africa: inquest into death of Luthuli reopened
South Africa is going to reopen inquests into the deaths of a trio of prominent anti apartheid activists. New information led the National prosecuting Authourity to recommend the move. Amongst the three is the first Nobel Peace Prize winner and former president general of the ANC, Chief Albert Luthuli. Officially he died after being hit by a train in 1967, today the Justice ministry says its no longer sure. More information with FRANCE 24 correpondent in Cape Town, An Wentzel.