THE EARL or KIMBERLEYSeeing the Secretary of State for the Colonies in his place, I wish to ask whether he has received any recent news as to the state of affairs in Zululand?
THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR THE COLONIES (Lord KNUTSFORE)Having seen different reports in the newspapers from time to time, I telegraphed yesterday to Sir Arthur Havelock, Governor of Natal, asking for information, and I regret to say that I received from him this morning the following telegram:—
Your telegram of yesterday. Usibepu and followers were attacked and defeated by Usutus near Ivuna 23rd June; it has consequently been found advisable to withdraw police office at Ivuna, which was attacked at the same time. Usibepu took refuge with police. No casualties among police. Force sent from Nkonjeni safely returned yesterday, brought back all from Ivuna, including Usibepu and families, women and wounded of his tribe. Have just conferred with Lieutenant General, Cape of Good Hope, as to sufficient number for force. He reserves opinion until arrival in Zululand, whither he proceeds to-morrow.