25-04-2025
KZN premier hikes AmaZulu Royal House budget to R86 million
PIETERMARITZBURG - The KwaZulu-Natal government has hiked the budget for the trust that takes care of the needs of Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini.
The Premier, Thami Ntuli, announced the allocation of R86-million for the new financial year, an increase from last year's R77,5-million.
However, concerns over the Royal Household Trust's spending and long-term financial sustainability continue to mount.
Ntuli says the increase is not in conflict with the province's cost-cutting, but is to support King Misuzulu in fulfilling his cultural duties.
He says the province is looking to appoint a new board for the Trust that will explore property development and commercial farming to reduce reliance on government funds.
By: eNCA's Zanele Buthelezi
