"The nation has lost a true hero and one of our most disciplined and talented athletes, who flew the South African flag across the sporting world," said Zuma.
"We wish to convey, on behalf of the government and the entire nation, our heartfelt condolences to his family, Athletics South Africa, the South African sports fraternity and the International Olympic Committee."
Earlier, sports minister Fikile Mbalula announced the death of Mulaudzi in a statement without giving details.
"Sports minister Fikile Mbalula has just received the sad news of the untimely death of South African 800m icon Mbulaeni Mulaudzi," his office said.
"Mulaudzi was one of the most decorated track athletes that South Africa has seen and, unfortunately, never had the recognition for his achievements, so it's indeed a sad day," said his agent, Peet van Zyl.
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