There has been an uproar on social media after Queen Nomzamo Myeni referref to King Misuzulu as 'my husband'.
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Queen Nomzamo Myeni has recently come under fire for referring to His Royal Highness King Misuzulu as ‘my husband’ in a Facebook post.
This statement follows a significant ruling from the Constitutional Court, which affirmed King Misuzulu's status as the legitimate heir to the AmaZulu monarchy, dismissing Prince Simakade Zulu’s application to appeal the Supreme Court of Appeal’s (SCA) decision that recognised King Misuzulu as the king of the Zulu nation.
In her post, Queen Nomzamo expressed her congratulations to the king following the ruling.
“Congratulations to my husband, His Majesty @kingmisuzulu. Today, we give thanks as the Constitutional Court of South Africa has refused the appeal bid against the recognition of my husband as the rightful King of the Zulu Nation.
"Nkulunkulu mkhulu! May your reign continue to be blessed with wisdom, strength, and unity. I am so proud of you, My King.”
The post was accompanied by a photograph of the couple on their wedding day.
However, the post elicited mixed reactions online, with many critics arguing that the queen's choice of words did not adhere to royal protocol.
Some social media users voiced their concerns about the implications of referring to the king as “my husband” in a public forum.
Lunathi Kilani commented, “Indlunkulu, or the royal communicator for the entire Royal Family and His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini, umntwana uThulani really needs to guide all royal communicators and those entrusted with handling the Queen’s social media platforms.
"It cannot be dignified, nor in keeping with royal protocol, to refer to iSilo as your or ‘my’ husband in public communication. That language reduces and overly mortalises the King, whose office is not ordinary.
"The King does not function merely as a man within a private household. His Majesty is first and foremost the King of the Zulu Nation and its people, the head of the Zulu Royal Family, the living embodiment of the throne. Titles matter. Protocol matters.
"The dignity of the institution must always be upheld, especially in this era where social media can easily blur lines that should remain clear.”
Another user, Bheki Ndlovu, expressed confusion, saying, “Mmmh. Social media. Calling a king my husband in public?? Mmhh ayii angazi/ I'm not sure.”
Lungelo Thobeka Dlamini Buthelezi added, “Who is handling this page? My husband? Call him that in private; in public, he is a state head. I’m proud of you? Yeheni webantu?”
Meanwhile, Khanyisile Nonkazimulo Ligege remarked, “My husband this, my husband that. You go, girl.”
King Misuzulu kaZwelithini and Queen Nomzamo Myeni officially tied the knot during two extravagant traditional ceremonies in November 2025.
His Royal Majesty publicly declared his unwavering love and commitment to Queen Nomzamo, despite facing significant backlash for their union.
The traditional wedding ceremony attracted notable politicians, including Julius Malema and Panyaza Lesufi.
At the reception, King Misuzulu reiterated his deep affection for Queen Nomzamo.
“If you love a person, you just love them. I’m following my heart.”
This declaration comes in light of the criticism the King has faced for marrying Queen Nomzamo, who had children from a previous relationship.
King Misuzulu currently has four wives: Ntokozo KaMayisela (his first wife), Nozizwe Mulela (his second wife), Nomzamo Myeni (his third wife) and Sihle Mdluli (his fourth wife).