The Zulu monarch addressed the official opening of the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature on Tuesday, where he urged the provincial government to tackle crime urgently.
DURBAN - Political parties in the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature have welcomed King Misuzulu kaZwelithini’s call to address rampant crime in the province.He urged the provincial government to tackle crime urgently.Unlike other provinces, the opening of the legislature in KwaZulu-Natal is initially addressed by the Zulu king a day before the premier’s address.The uMkhonto weSizwe Party’s Siphiwe Moyo said curbing crime would positively impact the province's tourism sector.
“My highlight of the day is how he spoke hard on issues of crime, because how can you attract tourists if there is so much crime in this province?” Economic Freedom Fighters provincial chairperson Mongezi Twala said he was happy the king made an urgent call to crack down on crime. “No one has since had a clear programme on how to address such issues. We are really happy, and we welcome the king’s speech today . It was clear, and he gave a clear direction on the issue of GBV in the province of KwaZulu-Natal.”“We are glad that the king dealt with fundamental pillars and also thanked the role that has been played after the 29th of May.”
Ewn News News Eyewitness News Eye Witness News Latest News News Today Ewn South Africa Ewn-News Primedia+ Primedia Plus Prime Media Plus
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
KZN legislature committee appointments undemocraticKZN legislature committee appointments undemocratic - EFF and MKP claim
Read more »
KZN Legislature seeks to prioritise security in schools after teacher murderedOn Monday morning, a teacher from the Phikiswayo Primary School, in Nzuma, was shot and killed on the premises.
Read more »
Zulu king praises KZN cops for 'protecting us from violent criminals'Zulu king praises KZN cops for 'protecting us from violent criminals'
Read more »
Zulu king calls for urgent action against growing gun violence in KZNZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini was speaking during the official opening of the legislature on Tuesday, ahead of the premier's State of the Province Address on Wednesday.
Read more »
“Protect This Young King”: KZN Student Honoured at Eskom Expo International Science FairA KZN matric student waved the South African flag high as he showed off his intelligence. The 19-year-old was honoured for inventing a solar-powered vehicle.
Read more »
KZN matric pupil stabbed to death at school, 15-year-old hospitalised in bloody school brawlKZN matric pupil stabbed to death at school, 15-year-old hospitalised in bloody school brawl
Read more »