Ntshalintshali heads Swazi Royal tribe
Headman aims at restoring customs of his tribe.
eMBALENHLE – Mr Dingindawo Simon Ntshalintshali (66) has been appointed as the new headman (Induna) of the local Swazi Royal tribe.
He aims at restoring the dignity of the eMbuleni Traditional Authority in the area and to revive and restore proper Swazi customs and traditions.
He was appointed by His Royal Highness Prince Makhosonkhe Dlamini of the eMbuleni Traditional Authority ka Gogo Lamagadlela.
His appointment came after the former headman, Mr Ephraim Shabangu, introduced himself as the chief and named his kraal Naka Takho Swazi Royal Tribe.
He was called by the king to explain himself and he allegedly denied the allegations of the new kraal and said the Ridge Times had taken a photo of him without his knowledge.
He was assigned to sue the newspaper, but he instead approached the newspaper to apologise to Prince Makhosonkhe Dlamini.
In the article he said his son made a mistake and he wanted to put the record straight that he is not the chief.
Prince Dlamini appointed delegates to deal with the issue and Mr Shabangu was invited to a meeting, but he did not show up and he was demoted.
Mr Ntshalintshali accepted his appointment and said he is humble that he is trusted with the assignment of leading the local Swazi tribe.
“It is not an easy task, but with the guidance of Prince Dlamini and the support of the Swazi people, I know I will make it.”
Mr Ntshalintshali was born and raised in Trichardt and served as the chairman during Mr Shabangu’s time.
He established a committee and urged residents to make use of the royal house.
For more information, contact Ms Ntombi Magagula at 071 4352 957.
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