The star newspaper reports that the family of the late Zulu King, Goodwill Zwelithini, are fighting over the protocols and the date of his burial.

The newspaper reported that Jacob Zuma, the former South Africa President, was forced to intervene in the dispute after visiting the family at KwaKhetomthandayo Royal Palace in Nomgoma yesterday.

Zuma pleaded with the Royal family to find each other and seek common ground.

King Zwelithini(72) died on Friday and is survived by six widows and children.

If there are any challenges, do not shy away from approaching us as leaders, we will always be there for you, Zuma said.