The Shembe Christians had visited Their Majesties yesterday at the royal residence and were given the platform of performing before them. The event started just before noon and ended slightly after 1pm.
An estimated over 2 000 Christians attended the event which was spiced by traditional dances which came in the
form of Zulu dances (kudlalisela or kugiya) while others blew their horns while they went around in circles. Both young and old members of the Shembe came in their numbers for the ‘royal blessing’.When their king arrived, they responded by lifting their hands in the air while singing their songs which symbolised some respect to their king.His Majesty King Mswati III arrived a few minutes later and sat together with the Shembe King. They would now and again marvel at the dances while sharing a word. After an hour, Mthethwa then announced that food has been prepared for the Christians. The king left with the Shembe King into the palace while the Shembes went for refreshments.Notably was that most of the Shembe followers were from South Africa. Matsanjeni MP Qedusizi Ndlovu was also spotted among the crowd and danced up a storm.In an interview, Sakhile Kubheka (10) from Piet Retief said he was happy to dance before the kings. He said it was an honour and experience to see King Mswati III. “I always see him on the newspapers but today was a special day. Same goes with our king, we don’t see him like we did today, it was a true blessing,” said Kubheka.Kwayinkhosi Zwane from Ngwavuma said it was a fantastic experience to see the two kings together. He said dancing before them was more than just a blessing. “When they told us we were going to see the king, I said thank God, because I knew we will be given the platform to dance for him. Today is surely a great day,” he said.The event was also graced by members of the royal family, the Prime Minister Sibusiso Dlamini, Cabinet ministers, Members of Parliament and members of the public.
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