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News24 | ‘You are defecating on the Zulu nation!’: Palace intrigue as king fires spokesperson

AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has dismissed his spokesperson Prince Thulani Zulu following the circulation of a voice note containing insults directed at a senior royal aide. The incident has exposed internal tensions within the Zulu royal palace.

Lesiba says: While this is primarily a South African royal household matter, the public nature of the dispute and the king's response reflect broader governance questions about accountability and professionalism in institutional leadership.

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