Prince Simakade Faction Optimistic About Unseating Amazulu Monarch

A faction of the AmaZulu Royal family supporting Prince Simakade, is optimistic about the upcoming case aimed at unseating the AmaZulu monarch.

They are confident that the Supreme Court of Appeal SCA will uphold a judgment by the High Court in Pretoria that set aside President Cyril Ramaphosas recognition of King Misuzulu kaZwelithini .

In December 2023, the Court ruled that the Presidents decision to recognize King Misuzulu as the rightful heir to the AmaZulu throne was unlawful and invalid.

President Ramaphosa appealed the decision.

Its set to be heard on the 28th and 29th of May at the Supreme Court of Appeal.