How was Shaka related to Cetshwayo?

Shaka Zulu was Cetshwayo’s half-uncle. Cetshwayo was the son of Mpande, who was Shaka’s half-brother. This familial connection placed Cetshwayo within the royal lineage of the Zulu Kingdom, which was marked by a history of power struggles and conflicts among the royal family members. Cetshwayo’s rise to power was influenced by the legacy of Shaka’s military reforms and leadership style.