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King MisuZulu kaZwelithini has dismissed Inkosi Malusi Zondi from his position as the Zulu kingdom’s royal chancellor alongside Nododile Ndamase, who served as chief director in the king’s private office.
AMAZULU ROYAL HOUSE

Royal house tensions deepen after removal of King Misuzulu’s key aides

KwaZulu-Natal parties warn that turmoil over King Misuzulu’s staff changes and alleged political interference could damage the AmaZulu royal house

  • Sandile Motha
5 min read
Fondly remembered: Goodwill Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu was the King of the Zulu nation from 1968 to his death in 2021. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy
INGONYAMA TRUST

A right royal salute: The life and legacy of King Goodwill Zwelithini

Monarch’s nearly five-decade reign bridged apartheid, democracy and modern South Africa, leaving a lasting mark on Zulu cultural identity and traditional leadership

  • Marlan Padayachee
4 min read
Olive branch: Paul Mashatile, the deputy president of the ANC, is to consult with the Zulu king in an attempt to reduce tension over a perceived snub. Photo: OJ Koloti/Gallo Images
KING MISUZULU KAZWELITHINI

Damage control: Mashatile to visit Zulu king in wake of Duma’s microphone gaffe

The ANC’s top brass is deploying its deputy president to clean up provincial chair Sboniso Duma’s mess

  • Lizeka Tandwa
6 min read
King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini. Photo: Supplied.
KING MISUZULU KAZWELITHINI

Zulu royal’s household budget increased to R79 million

KwaZulu-Natal premier Dube-Ncube says the hike is instrumental in making it possible for King kaZwelithini to execute his duties to preserve and restore Zulu culture

  • The Witness
3 min read
Making nice: The new king entered the kraal and now Durban’s deputy mayor wants him to enter King’s House. Photo: Jairus Mmutle/GCIS
ABANTU BATHO CONGRESS

Presidents, kings and El Fenômeno

The ANC doesn’t want to give trust land to the people who live on it and Dr John L Dube House may end up housing royalty again

  • Paddy Harper
4 min read