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South Africa's Zulu people have come together at a memorial service to celebrate the life of King Goodwill Zwelithini.

The monarch passed away 6 days earlier from a diabetes related illness.

Zwelithini was on the throne for over 50 years, which makes him the longest serving ruler in Zulu history.

In a mark of respect, South African president Cyril Ramaphosa spoke at the memorial service in both English and Zulu.

While the title of king does not come with executive power, many Zulus look to the monarch for moral leadership.

Zwelithini is credited with helping many Zulus understand their identity because he reintroduced traditional customs.

Zwelithini's oldest son would normally become the next king.

However, he was murdered last November.

A process will now begin to decide the next Zulu monarch.

This may take up to two years.

President Ramaphosa paid tribute to Zwelithini at the memorial.

He said that the Zulus were in the thoughts of the South African people.

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