Chaos at palace as new Zulu king’s claim to title disputed

Prince Misuzulu Zulu, left, flanked by fellow warriors in traditional dress at the ceremony in KwaKhangelamankengane Royal Palace in Nongoma (AP)

A new Zulu king was named amid scenes of chaos on Friday night as other members of the royal family in South Africa questioned his claim to the title.

Prince Misuzulu Zulu was suddenly whisked away by bodyguards from the public announcement at KwaKhangelamankengane Royal Palace in Nongoma.