Simakade

Supporters argued that as the first-born son of the late King, he was the rightful heir according to primogeniture. They also challenged the validity of King Goodwill Zwelithini's will and the identification process led by the late Traditional Prime Minister, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi.

Experts from IOL News have warned that continued defiance of the apex court's ruling could potentially lead to contempt of court charges. For the Zulu nation, the focus has shifted toward reconciliation and stabilizing the monarchy under King Misuzulu. EXPLAINER | King Misuzulu and Prince Simakade - News24 Simakade

The dispute between the half-brothers centered on different interpretations of traditional Zulu custom: Supporters argued that as the first-born son of