On Loyalty to King Misuzulu kaZwelithini
This morning, I was asked by His Royal Highness Prince Simakade Zulu to read a statement on his behalf, clarifying his position following public speculation that he intends contesting the throne. He has asked me to read this statement to make it clear that he has no such intention, and that he gives his full support and loyalty to His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini.
I trust that this puts the matter to rest.
I must take this opportunity to appeal to the media to please be careful in giving credence and coverage to every voice that pontificates on matters of the Royal Family. It becomes misleading and is really nothing short of interference when those outside the family pose opinions as fact.
We note, for instance, the wide speculation on social media that has been picked up by the traditional media, that His Majesty the King will be compelled to marry before he can issue royal decrees. There is no basis for this claim.
Indeed, the founder of the Zulu monarchy, King Shaka kaSenzangakhona was himself a celibate by choice, in that he voluntarily chose not to marry. Likewise, King Dingane was celibate by choice, yet he gave orders and declared wars.