King MisuZulu KaZwelithini makes his speech at the annual commemoration of Umkhosi Welembe

The annual commemoration of Umkhosi Welembe, which is otherwise known as Shaka's day is marked today. This year's commemorations will be even more significant because King MisuZulu KaZwelithini will be going to the grave of King Shaka kaSenzangakhona in KwaDukuza to officially declare that he has ascended to the throne. Ancestrally, it is important for the new king to speak to his forebears about occupying the seat and the responsibility he will now be taking up. Tune into Newzroom Afrika DSTV channel 405 for more.