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Minister Nyhontso fails to establish promised Ingonyama Trust Board review committee

"Land Reform and Rural Development Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso has yet to fulfil his promise to establish a review committee for the Ingonyama Trust Board, raising questions about his leadership and the ongoing tensions with the Zulu king.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

Prince Vanana Zulu denies dismissal rumours as amabutho commander

Prince Vanana Zulu reassures his followers that he remains the commander of amabutho, despite recent rumours of his dismissal.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu appoints Mushroom Lounge owner as Royal Chancellor

King Misuzulu has appointed Sibongiseni Mageza Mbambo as Royal Chancellor, entrusting him with significant responsibilities to promote growth and community development in the Zulu kingdom.

Cape Times News
Willem Phungula|Published

Prince Mbonisi Zulu fears for his life after King Misuzulu’s accusations

Prince Mbonisi Zulu expresses fear for his safety after King Misuzulu publicly names him as the enemy of the Ingonyama Trust, igniting a royal conflict.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu accuses political party of sabotaging Ithala Bank

King Misuzulu kaZwelithini accuses a political party of orchestrating Ithala Bank’s downfall during an imbizo at Emashobeni Royal Palace, calling for immediate action to reinstate the bank’s licence.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

Zulu king's new bride-to-be in royal kraal

This significant step has stirred anticipation regarding the continuity and future of the Zulu royal lineage.

Daily News News
Willem Phungula|Published

Meet Princess Sihle Mdluli: the potential mother of the Zulu nation

The Zulu Royal Family has welcomed a new bride, Princess Sihle Mdluli, who may become the mother of the Zulu nation, as cultural practices intertwine with royal traditions.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu KaZwelithini calls imbizo to save Ithala Bank

King Misuzulu KaZwelithini has convened an imbizo to discuss urgent measures to save Ithala Bank from collapse amid a legal battle with the Prudential Authority.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

Zulu King Misuzulu’s new right-hand man sworn in

Inkosi Bhekitinta Zulu expresses gratitude for Prince Nkosinathi Zulu's appointment, marking a significant step towards recognising the Mandlakazi royal house.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu’s strategic move: appointing Prince Nkosinathi Zulu amidst legitimacy controversies

King Misuzulu kaZwelithini appoints Prince Nkosinathi Zulu as his representative to promote unity within the royal family, amidst historical disputes over legitimacy.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu kaZwelithini takes action to save Ithala from liquidation

King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has mobilised efforts to save Ithala Bank from liquidation, stressing its vital role in the Zulu Kingdom’s economy and culture.

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Published

Postponed visit to Ingonyama Trust Board sparks MPs' discontent

Parliamentary presiding officers reportedly advised against the timing of the oversight visit and suggested it be conducted after the State of the Nation Address to give time for other protocol arrangements to be made.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

King’s letter dismissing spokesperson was authentic- Cogta

The Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in KwaZulu-Natal has removed prince Simphiwe Zulu from its payroll following his dismissal as a spokesperson by the king.

News Politics
Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu’s letter withdrawing queen Myeni’s benefits not delivered to KZN government

The KwaZulu-Natal government is investigating a letter that allegedly ordered the withdrawal of benefits for Queen Nomzamo Myeni, raising questions about its authenticity and the future of her wedding to King Misuzulu.

News Politics
Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu ‘postpones’ traditional wedding amid ongoing divorce proceedings

King Misuzulu has postponed his traditional wedding to Nomzamo Myeni, despite receiving court approval, as he focuses on divorce proceedings with his first wife.

News
Willem Phungula|Published

Attempt to interdict Zulu King Misuzulu’s wedding fails

Cultural expert Dr Gugu Mazibuko argues for the amendment of the Customary Marriage Act after a High Court ruling that questioned the legality of traditional marriages.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

Zulu King Misuzulu speaks, says wedding still on track

King Msuzulu kaZwelithini and Queen Nomzamo Myeni confirmed their wedding plans, dismissing rumours that it has been canned.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu calls off wedding

Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has cancelled his traditional wedding to Queen Nomzamo Myeni, citing reasons beyond the royal family's control. The decision leads to the withdrawal of the queen's benefits and security, raising questions about the future of their relationship.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

Royal family in the dark about King Misuzulu’s wedding

This after his estranged wife, Queen Ntokozo kaMayisela filed an urgent interdict to stop the nuptials.

Sunday Tribune News
Sabelo Nsele and Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu’s first public appearance: a ceremony marked by silence on personal matters

King Misuzulu Zwelithini’s first public appearance after a month-long cultural seclusion raises eyebrows as he avoids discussing his personal issues during the Umkhosi Woselwa ceremony.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

All eyes on who King Misuzulu will appoint as new Zulu Traditional Prime Minister

Amid speculation of a new appointment, the Congress of South African Traditional Leaders has urged King Misuzulu to restore the dignity of the Zulu traditional prime minister position by appointing an inkosi.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

Security measures heightened at the Ingonyama Trust headquarters

Security measures have been heightened at the Ingonyama Trust headquarters as Zulu warriors threaten protests over the CEO's defiance of the king's orders.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

The legal implications of King Misuzulu's traditional wedding

Legal expert Advocate Mpumelelo Zikalala discusses the slim chances of Queen Ntokozo Mayisela-Zulu successfully stopping King Misuzulu's traditional wedding to Nomzamo Myeni, amidst claims of bigamy.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu declines urgent meeting with land Minister

Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has declined a meeting with Land Reform Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso, citing cultural seclusion until the upcoming Umkhosi wokweshwama ceremony.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

Understanding lobola and umembeso in Zulu culture: King Misuzulu and Queen Nomzamo Myeni

KwaZulu-Natal University based cultural expert, Professor Sihawu Ngubane has explained why queen Nomzamo Myeni was already referred as king Misuzulu’s wife before the traditional wedding ceremony which has been set for January 26.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published