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The KwaZulu-Natal Museum would like to extend a token of gratitude to three members of staff, who have served the museum diligently over the years and have reached a milestone few ever reach. Congratulations to Nonkululeko Gumede, Mongezi Zulu and Ntobeko Gumede on your respective  long service achievements, we applaud your dedication and efforts shown during your time working at the KZN Museum.
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Nonkululeko Gumed 15yrs (In Picture)
Mongezi Zulu 15yrs
Ntobeko Gumede 10yrs
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Season's greetings

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