Row over ‘king’ titles as Ngoni heritage groups challenge Malawi govt stance

The Mzimba Heritage Association and Maseko Ngoni Heritage Trust have challenged the government's position that Malawi's laws do not recognise or allow the establishment of kingdoms.

• Mzimba Heritage Association and Maseko Ngoni Heritage Trust challenge government stance.
• Heritage groups defend use of 'king' titles for M'mbelwa V and Gomani V.
• Government claims Malawi laws do not recognise kingdoms or 'king' titles.
• Heritage groups argue institutions are rooted in history and custom.
• Dispute centers on recognition of traditional monarchies in Malawi.