President Cyril Ramaphosa will join His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini who will be leading the Royal family and amabutho at the 110th anniversary commemoration of King Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo at KwaCeza, Zululand tomorrow, 16 March 2024.

This was announced by President Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya.

King Dinuzulu was a symbol of resistance against colonialism as he confronted various onslaught which included imprisonment from colonial government which disregarded the institutions of traditional authority. He succeeded his father King Cetshwayo as king of the Zulu nation.

"The commemoration is a stark reminder of the untold sufferings and humiliation in the struggle journey which our forebears confronted that led to the freedom and democracy we enjoy today," Presidency stated.  

The President will commence the commemoration by paying respects at the King Dinuzulu Memorial at Ebukhosini , where he will lay a wreath in honour of the late Ingonyama.  

"In a collaboration with the Royal Household, academics, historians, and cultural groups, various activities are underway, among them the King Dinuzulu Commemorative Conference, Choral Music festival, research and publication on the role of King Dinuzulu and notable Traditional leaders in influencing South Africa's trajectory towards democracy," according to Presidency.

Addressing the media, Magwenya further stated that this commemoration served as a testament to the enduring legacy of King Dinuzulu and the continued importance of acknowledging shared history.

"The commemoration event will take place at KwaCeza, a venue of historical significance where King Dinuzulu launched a decisive attack against colonial forces, emerging victorious in the eastern parts of the town of Nongoma."