You do not have to be a supporter of the monarchy, or of the UK, to sense a loss of a constant, a face known and respected across the globe. Queen Elizabeth II personified stability, dedication and loyalty throughout her reign of seven decades.
SA has advanced further on the road to nationhood than the US after the demise of apartheid and segregation. In SA the former oppressed gained real political power and can walk tall.
Neutrality on Ukraine/Russia war is a licence to kill. The two countries did not declare war on each other. No, it is a one-sided invasion by Russia in breach of international law.