ARTS Zulu people are very creative, and this is seen in their art and craftwork – primarily beadwork, weaving, and pottery. Women and children weave every day-use mats, beer sieves and baskets for domestic purposes. They also make …

BEING AFRICAN-ZULU CULTURAL MARRIAGE #AfricanCultureExpained INTRODUCTION The Zulu nation is one of the Nguni-speaking cultures and the largest ethnic group in South Africa, KwaZulu Natal. They generally have a strong cultural belief in their ancestors and customs. Every parent’s dream …

There are 10 steps of the Xhosa Marriage process Step 1: Ukuthunyelwa Kwencwadi Step 2: Ukuvuma (Acceptance) Step 3: Ilobola Step 4: Marriage Ceremony Step 5: Umdudo/ Umtshato Step 6: Ukwambesa Step 7: Ukusiwa Komtshakazi Emzini Step 8: Ukutyiswa Amasi …

Key Roles Explained ABAKHWENYANA-The groom’s family Oonozakuzaku (The lobola ambassadors) In the Xhosa culture – the lobola negotiations is mainly the men’ s role. Among the group of men that partake in these discussions are; the groom’s father, the …

BEING AFRICAN- AFRICAN CULTURE EXPLAINED Pregnancy: Xhosa Culture (isiXhosa) Like in any other African culture, pregnancy plays a significant role in the life of Xhosa women. In the Xhosa culture, pregnancy is regarded as an important event in a women’s …