President Ramaphosa participates at the 110th Commemoration of King Dinuzulu

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Saturday, 16 March 2024, officiate at the 110th Commemoration of King Dinuzulu ka Cetshwayo in KwaZulu-Natal province. 

The President will commence the Commemoration by paying respects at the King Dinuzulu Memorial in Emakhosini, where the honours of a wreath laying ceremony will proceed.

King Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo ruled the Zulu Nation from youthful age during a difficult period. The Zulu Nation was under siege from colonial rule. The effort to divide the Zulu Nation was at its prime, and the colonial support came from the total onslaught of the Zulu Kingdom. 

Recognising King Dinuzulu's valiant fight against colonialism, wherein he defended the land with his life, the Government expresses deep gratitude to the Zulu Royal Family for their guidance during ongoing consultations on matters of national and international significance.

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.  

This commemoration serves 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.

President Ramaphosa's participation at the 110th Commemoration of  King Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo will take place on Saturday, 16 March 2024, as follows: 

Wreath Laying Ceremony

Time: 09h00
Venue: King Dinuzulu Memorial, Emakhosini

Address at the 110th Commemoration of King Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo

Time: 11h00 
Venue: KwaCeza Sports Field, Zululand District Municipality

Members of the media interested in covering the Commemoration should send RSVPs to Joseph Cubai on +27 60 534 4187.

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to the President - media@enquires.gov.za 

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria