Inkhosikati Nomcebo LaZuma, daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, has allegedly fled the royal palace in eSwatini after spending only three months with her husband, King Mswati III. According to insiders, the young bride became emotionally distressed when the monarch, known for his polygamous lifestyle, shifted his attention to his other wives shortly after the wedding.
Sources within the palace disclosed that Queen Nomcebo was initially given attention, as is customary for new wives in the Swazi royal household, but the affection reportedly faded quickly. This led to deep frustration, with the Queen said to have broken down in tears, accusing even her bodyguards of theft during emotional outbursts, claims that were later proven unfounded.
Speaking to Swaziland News, King Mswati’s spokesperson, Percy Simelane, declined to comment on the alleged marital issues, stating, “My office is only responsible for the King’s public engagements and image, not his private life.”
The situation escalated to the point that Queen Nomcebo returned to her family home. A source close to her revealed that she found the royal lifestyle unbearable and may share her side of the story once she recovers from the emotional toll. The source described her experience in the palace as “painful and disappointing.”
It has also been reported that a royal delegation has made multiple attempts to speak with former President Jacob Zuma at his Nkandla residence in KwaZulu-Natal. Zuma, who was initially opposed to the marriage, allegedly refused to meet with the emissaries, expressing his disapproval once more.
King Mswati III has married over 14 wives and fathered more than 50 children, often sparking controversy over his lavish lifestyle and traditional practices.
