Swazi queen likely to face house arrest
September 10, 2003
The errant fifth wife of King Mswati III of Swaziland, suspected of adultery after revealing photographs were published in a South African newspaper, could face virtual house arrest if deemed guilty.
According to a source in royal family circles, Inkhosikati LaMagwaza could "either be sent out of the country or be kept inside the palaces under strong supervision".
In both cases she would be "set aside", which means the king would refuse to visit her palace and would withhold sexual favours from her.
In another development, LaMagwaza's brother, employed as one of the king's bodyguards, has been suspended from work. This is believed to be related to the infidelity of his sister.
The source says it would be the second time she has been "set aside". Two years ago there were rumours she had had an affair. The ban was lifted earlier this year.
The source says it is unlikely she would be sent out of the country. "The king would be wary of releasing her into the public because she already knows too much about
royalty. She could turn out to be a danger," says the source. - Special Correspondent, Independent Foreign Service
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