Two factions dispute succession to the Khwalu chieftaincy in Beitbridge as rival candidates claim the throne in Matabeleland South. District Development Coordinator Sikhangezile Mafu referred the conflict to the provincial chiefs' council after Kenos Ndou challenged the initial nomination of Amon Ndou on Tuesday. The new chief will govern wards 8, 9, 10, and 11 once appointed, but the dispute has stalled paperwork that began months ago.
Colonial authorities abolished the Khwalu chieftaincy in the early 1950s after Chief Chibhude Khwalu clashed with administrators. Beitbridge District maintains two chiefs who supervise 10 headmen and nearly 500 village heads. The government seeks to restore the position to preserve cultural heritage and empower traditional leadership in the region.
Colonial authorities abolished the Khwalu chieftaincy in the early 1950s after Chief Chibhude Khwalu clashed with administrators. Beitbridge District maintains two chiefs who supervise 10 headmen and nearly 500 village heads. The government seeks to restore the position to preserve cultural heritage and empower traditional leadership in the region.
