President Jacob Zuma will on Sunday, 22 January 2012, join His Majesty King Zwelithini KaBhekuZulu to commemorate the 133th anniversary of the Battle of Isandlwana.
Located in the battle hill of Isandlwana, near Nquthu in the north of the KwaZulu-Natal province, this is the historical site of the battle that took place on 22 January, 1879 and became a major footprint in the history of South Africa where the Zulu Warriors under King Cetshwayo kaMpande, equipped mainly with the traditional assegai iron spears and cow-hide shields, defeated the British Troops.
The event is held annually to honour the bravery of troops at Isandlwana as well as to cement the subsequent warm relations between the citizens of the United Kingdom and South Africa generally, and the excellent cultural relations promoted by both the modern Zulu Royal monarchy and English Royalty.
The event will take place as follows:
Time: 09:00
Venue: Isandlwana, KwaZulu-Natal
Enquiries:
Bongani Majola
Cell: 082 339 1993
Zanele Mngadi
Cell: 082 330 1148
