By: Natasha Archary

President Cyril Ramaphosa will appeal the High Court ruling setting aside the recognition of King Misuzulu kaZwelithini.
In a statement from Presidency, Ramaphosa noted the judgement of the High Court of South Africa, Gauteng Division, and following a study of the judgement will appeal against the judgement.
“President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted the judgement of the High Court of South Africa, Gauteng Division, setting aside the recognition of AmaZulu King, His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini.
Following a study of the judgement, the President will apply for leave to appeal against the judgement. During the course of these legal processes, His Majesty King Misuzulu remains the identified heir to the throne.”
The court further ordered the President to institute an investigative committee to investigate allegations of violation of customary laws in the identification of King Misuzulu.
President Ramaphosa calls on all members of the Royal family to continue working for the unity of ubukhosi bakwaZulu and to prioritise the interest of His Majesty’s subjects.
Meanwhile, the AmaZulu Royal Family has welcomed the announcement from President Ramaphosa to appeal the High Court’s ruling.
In a statement of appreciation, the family thanked Ramaphosa for his proactive steps in this regard.
“We thank President Ramaphosa for clarifying and affirming that His Majesty King Misuzulu remains the identified heir to the throne.
His Majesty is on the throne and will continue to dedicate himself to work towards the betterment of all the people of KwaZulu-Natal and the rest of South Africa where his subjects are settled, improving the lives of his subjects, and strengthening and prioritizing ubukhosi buKaZulu within the republic of South Africa today.”
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