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PZ Khumalo withdraws High Court case as Royal Crown Council welcomes traditional resolution
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A long‑running High Court dispute involving Dr Peter Zwide Khumalo and Chief Mathema has been withdrawn, paving the way for the matter to be resolved through traditional cultural processes.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Royal Crown Council confirmed that Dr Khumalo had withdrawn the matter, PZ Khumalo v Chief Mathema and Others, from the High Court after it had been before the courts since 28 February 2018.
According to the council, the plaintiff indicated during proceedings that the issues at the centre of the dispute would now be referred to the greater Khumalo Clan for resolution in line with established cultural practices.
“The Council welcomes this development and regards it as a constructive and commendable step towards achieving an amicable, dignified and lasting resolution,” the Royal Crown Council said.
The council described the withdrawal as an opportunity for all parties to embrace reconciliation, unity and mutual respect while working towards resolving the dispute. “It is our sincere hope that every party will embrace this gesture in good faith and commit themselves to resolving the outstanding issues in a manner that preserves the dignity, harmony and cohesion of the nation,” the statement said.
The Royal Crown Council urged the parties to urgently agree on the framework, modalities and procedures that will guide the engagement process, saying an agreed structure would promote confidence among stakeholders and provide a solid foundation for constructive dialogue.
It also called for the process to proceed without unnecessary delays and in accordance with the customs, traditions and established governance practices of the Khumalo nation.
“The Royal Crown Council remains confident that, through wisdom, patience, goodwill and good faith, a resolution can be achieved that safeguards the interests of all concerned, strengthens unity, and contributes to the preservation and advancement of cultural heritage for present and future generations,” the council said.
The development adds momentum to ongoing discussions around traditional dispute resolution and Khumalo cultural governance.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Royal Crown Council confirmed that Dr Khumalo had withdrawn the matter, PZ Khumalo v Chief Mathema and Others, from the High Court after it had been before the courts since 28 February 2018.
According to the council, the plaintiff indicated during proceedings that the issues at the centre of the dispute would now be referred to the greater Khumalo Clan for resolution in line with established cultural practices.
“The Council welcomes this development and regards it as a constructive and commendable step towards achieving an amicable, dignified and lasting resolution,” the Royal Crown Council said.
The council described the withdrawal as an opportunity for all parties to embrace reconciliation, unity and mutual respect while working towards resolving the dispute. “It is our sincere hope that every party will embrace this gesture in good faith and commit themselves to resolving the outstanding issues in a manner that preserves the dignity, harmony and cohesion of the nation,” the statement said.
The Royal Crown Council urged the parties to urgently agree on the framework, modalities and procedures that will guide the engagement process, saying an agreed structure would promote confidence among stakeholders and provide a solid foundation for constructive dialogue.
It also called for the process to proceed without unnecessary delays and in accordance with the customs, traditions and established governance practices of the Khumalo nation.
“The Royal Crown Council remains confident that, through wisdom, patience, goodwill and good faith, a resolution can be achieved that safeguards the interests of all concerned, strengthens unity, and contributes to the preservation and advancement of cultural heritage for present and future generations,” the council said.
The development adds momentum to ongoing discussions around traditional dispute resolution and Khumalo cultural governance.
Source - Byo24news
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