This is his first international trip since he was officially recognised as the new king of the Zulu nation last month.
President Cyril Ramaphosa handed over a certificate signifying his legitimacy as reigning AmaZulu monarch.
Qatar is preparing to make history by hosting not only its first Fifa World Cup, but the first to be staged in the Middle East. It promised a World Cup like no other.
“It will be the smallest nation ever to host the global finals, allowing visitors to navigate the country with ease and even plan for watching multiple matches on the same day. Add to the mix traditional Arab hospitality and winter weather conditions ideal for watching and playing the beautiful game, and Qatar’s World Cup promises to be one to savour,” said Fifa.
TimesLIVE
Support independent journalism by subscribing to the Sunday Times. Just R20 for the first month.
Royal ball: King Misuzulu is heading to the Fifa World Cup in Qatar
Image: Sandile Ndlovu
Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini will make his first official overseas trip since taking over the contested throne.
The king and his wife, Queen Ntokozo Mayisela-Zulu, have been invited to Qatar to watch the Fifa Soccer World Cup which kicks off on Sunday.
The traditional prime minister to the Zulu monarch and nation Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi said plans were being made for the Zulu king to make his way to Qatar.
“His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has informed me he intends to undertake a trip to the state of Qatar. His Majesty has been invited, together with Her Majesty Queen Ntokozo Mayisela-Zulu and one male to attend the 2022 Fifa World Cup,” said Buthelezi.
World Cup 2022: when is the opening ceremony and who is performing?
This is his first international trip since he was officially recognised as the new king of the Zulu nation last month.
President Cyril Ramaphosa handed over a certificate signifying his legitimacy as reigning AmaZulu monarch.
Qatar is preparing to make history by hosting not only its first Fifa World Cup, but the first to be staged in the Middle East. It promised a World Cup like no other.
“It will be the smallest nation ever to host the global finals, allowing visitors to navigate the country with ease and even plan for watching multiple matches on the same day. Add to the mix traditional Arab hospitality and winter weather conditions ideal for watching and playing the beautiful game, and Qatar’s World Cup promises to be one to savour,” said Fifa.
TimesLIVE
Support independent journalism by subscribing to the Sunday Times. Just R20 for the first month.
READ MORE:
WATCH | Here’s why the Qatar World Cup is so controversial
All the World Cup groups, fixtures and results
Most expensive beer ever? Football fans outraged by bev prices in Qatar for World Cup
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Most read
Latest Videos