South Africa's ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, has been found dead in Paris. Officials stated he was reported missing by his wife after sending a "worrying message." The circumstances surrounding his death near the Hyatt Regency Hotel are under investigation by French authorities. Mthethwa, 58, was a prominent figure in the African National Congress, having previously served as police and arts and culture minister.

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