An explosive rendering of Buthelezi

The editorial cartoon (March 30) of Mangosuthu Buthelezi about to hurl his head, as an ignited bomb - presumably at the African National Congress - is exceptionally offensive. I just hope that it will never be seen by his many followers and admirers. It could do untold damage to the reputation of the Monitor and its avowed purpose: ``To injure no man, but to bless all mankind.''

Chief Buthelezi may have been misguided in his recent intransigence, which now appears to be moderating, but he has done much for the Zulu nation over the years, besides now having acquired a modicum of independence for his proud and freedom-loving people.

Moreover, throughout the years of apartheid he worked for the release of Nelson Mandela. H.A. Corrin, Constantia, South Africa

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