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South Africa's ambassador to France found dead in Paris hotel

Breaking: South Africa's ambassador to France, Nkosinathi Mthethwa, found dead in Paris hotel. A suicide note raises urgent discussions on diplomat mental health.

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South Africa's ambassador to France found dead in Paris hotel
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#BREAKING | The body of Nkosinathi Emmanuel "Nathi" Mthethwa, South Africa"s ambassador to France, was found deceased on Tuesday outside the Hyatt Regency hotel in Paris. He reportedly fell from the 22nd floor of the building. French prosecutors have confirmed that a suicide note was discovered, in which Mthethwa apologized to his family and expressed his intention to end his life.

This incident has drawn attention to the ongoing discussions surrounding mental health and support for diplomats and public officials. As previously reported, various nations have been addressing the pressures faced by their representatives abroad.

The South African government has not yet released a statement regarding the incident. Further investigations are ongoing as authorities look into the circumstances surrounding Mthethwa"s death.