President Cyril Ramaphosa has legally recognised Princess Masalanabo Modjadji as the Queen of the Balobedu nation. This as Queen Modjadji who was recognised by government on March 31, 2016, in terms of the Traditional Leadership and Governance Framework Act has now turned 18. Her initial recognition took place at the minor age of 10-years-old but
President Cyril Ramaphosa has legally recognised Princess Masalanabo Modjadji as the Queen of the Balobedu nation.
This as Queen Modjadji who was recognised by government on March 31, 2016, in terms of the Traditional Leadership and Governance Framework Act has now turned 18.
Her initial recognition took place at the minor age of 10-years-old but her maternal uncle, held the fort for her as a Regent as she could not legally ascend the throne until she turned 18.
In a statement, the Presidency says the legal recognition of Queen Modjadji VII introduces a new chapter and is a moment of great significance to the rich history of Balobedu Nation.
President @CyrilRamaphosa has legally recognised Princess Masalanabo Modjadji as the Queen of the Balobedu Queenship. https://t.co/NbcG1Y5PCT pic.twitter.com/ytLkr1J7Vt
— The Presidency 🇿🇦 (@PresidencyZA) December 13, 2024
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