Presidency slams King Dalindyebo for spreading misinformation

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has criticised King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo for what she describes as the spread of misinformation.

Ntshavheni says the King is incorrect to suggest that South Africa requires a referendum to determine its foreign policy stance, noting that the country has never used referendums for such decisions.

She further linked his comments to narratives originating in the United States and organisations such as AfriForum.

King Dalindyebo as come under fire for his pro-Israel remarks and for attacking the government’s position on the Israel–Gaza conflict.

He has accused the state of misleading the public and of supporting the Palestinian cause without first conducting an independent fact-finding mission.

😳😳😳 King Dalindyebo in Israel sharing his experience … pic.twitter.com/b7AD7JGTmO

— zizipho (@zizipho50) December 6, 2025

He recently travelled to Israel as part of a delegation hosted by Ithe country’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Gideon Sa’ar.

During the visit, he met former captives and toured communities affected by the 7 October 2023 attacks.

His Majesty King Buyelekhaya Zwelibanzi Dalindyebo 🇿🇦, remarks after visiting kibbutz Nir Oz.

Kibbutz Nir Oz in Israel suffered one of the worst atrocities of the 7 October massacre committed by Hamas. Nearly one-third of its residents were murdered, kidnapped, or injured. pic.twitter.com/9lUoLBStpF

— Embassy of Israel SA (@IsraelinSA) December 8, 2025

Some South Africans have criticised the King for adopting positions that openly contradict the government’s stance.

King Dalindyebo is a clear explanation as to how our native leaders sold us out, and continue to pander to all interests except African ones. Sympathizers, askaris, informers and sellouts aplenty at the top. I think it’s how it’s done, nje.

— ZasKhaya Kvltvs (@WeTheBeing) December 8, 2025

correction: he is a chief of abaThembu people (a handful of a tribe within the Xhosa people of South Africa).

2005, Dalindyebo was indicted for fraud, murder, attempted murder, kidnapping and arson and was subsequently convicted – sounds like Zionism right? Right, poster boy. https://t.co/OUb8Yf8QtU

— Kenzie Goldberg ✴︎ reflections (@KenzieGoldberg) December 8, 2025

King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo Aaa Zwelibanzi 🗣️

Is the reigning king of the Abathembu nation. He’s the son of King Sabata Jonguhlanga Dalindyebo.

As his subjects we respect him and hold his throne in high regard. He is a brave a fearless former freedom fighter of note. pic.twitter.com/YcUx8cxLHk

— Khonzi Mani 🇿🇦 (@Mqadi99) December 6, 2025