TheDiocese of Umzimvubu[1] is a relatively newDiocese created out of a portion of the formerSt John's See. It came into existence in 1991.[2] The current bishop atPhumzile Cetwayo, who was elected in 2024.[3]
The Diocese of Umzimvubu sits on the border of Kwazulu Natal and The Eastern Cape, located in the northern area of the former homeland of the Transkei. Historically the Diocese, along with theDiocese of Mthatha, formed the larger Diocese of St John's. Consequently, it shares many of the characteristics of this neighbouring diocese.
The diocese registered a coat of arms at theBureau of Heraldry in 1992 :Per fess wavy abaisse, Gules and Azure, a bar wavy abaisse Argent, surmounted by a Celtic cross Or; a chief dancetty Azure filleted Argent; the shield ensigned with a mitre proper.[6]
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