AmaZulu King Misizulu KaZwelithini travelled to eSwatini on Saturday for medical treatment over suspicions of poisoning, according to AmaZulu traditional prime minister Mangosuthu Buthelezi.
Buthelezi said in a statement that the king fell ill shortly after the sudden passing of his senior induna known as Mr Xaba, wo died over suspicions of poisoning.
“It is with great concern that I have received news from HRH prince Vumile, brother to His Majesty King Mswati Ill, that His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini is being treated in a hospital in Eswatini having taken ill earlier today,” Buthelezi said.
“I am informed that His Majesty’s senior induna, Mr Xaba, who stayed with the king, passed on quite suddenly and that there are suspicions that he was poisoned. When His Majesty began to feel unwell, he suspected that he too may have been poisoned.
“He immediately sought out medical treatment in eSwatini. I am informed that His Majesty felt uncomfortable seeking treatment in South Africa, as his parents had both received treatment in South Africa and subsequently died.
“Should there be any reason for further investigations, that will be attended to by the authorities.”
King Misuzulu was officially crowned in October 2022, where he was handed his certificate by President Cyril Ramaphosa, officially declaring him king.
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