South Africa's Zulu nation has crowned a new king for the first time in 51 years amid succession disputes and legal challenges. King Misuzulu faces ongoing contestation from rivals while the kingdom celebrates with traditional ceremonies including the reed dance festival.
·A new Zulu king was formally crowned in Durban after decades without a coronation
·An aide to the Zulu king was killed during the turbulent succession period
·King Misuzulu's third marriage sparked controversy as the Zulu Queen attempted to prevent the wedding
·Thousands gathered to celebrate the new king's coronation with traditional festivities
·The reed dance ceremony brings together young women in a celebrated Zulu cultural tradition
drawn from DW.com, Al Jazeera, BBC, WREG.com · updated 529d ago