Prince Ishwar Ramlutchman Mabheka Zulu, left, with His Holiness Unyazi LweZulu Shembe.
His Holiness Unyazi LweZulu Shembe, the Spiritual Leader of the Nazareth Baptist Church (Shembe), an honorary patron of the Sivananda World Peace Foundation, has given his blessings and support for the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY 2026).
"The endorsement reflects a shared commitment to unity, healing, and social cohesion across KwaZulu-Natal and South Africa through the practice of yoga and the traditional values of Ubuntu," said Prince Ishwar Ramlutchman Mabheka Zulu, a member of the Zulu Royal Household and the founding president of the Sivananda World Peace Foundation.
Mabheka Zulu said during the sod turning ceremony at the Sivananda World Peace Foundation International Peace, Yoga and Wellness Centre in Groutville, LweZulu Shembe was honoured with being the honorary patron of the foundation.
“His Holiness’s Blessings and his support for IDY 2026 strengthens our message that yoga is a universal practice for peace that transcends culture and faith,” said Mabheka Zulu.
