Throughout history people have been fascinated by their genealogy, and nowhere is this more true than in KwaZulu-Natal. The acknowledgement of ancestors is very much a part of Zulu culture, often forming an integral part of ceremonies. Forefathers are acknowledged by way of Zulu names, with each surname having a praise name, or isithakazelo, showing the genealogy, relation and … Read more
Most societies are fascinated by twins, particularly identical twins, as it’s strange to see two people who look so similar. As with other cultures, Zulu parents will often dress their children in identical clothing. According to the elders that Nqobile spoke to, Zulus also believe twins to be good luck, and treat them differently to other children. For example, … Read more
You might have noticed that there’s been a distinct lack of posts and new entries on the Ulwazi wiki and blog over the past few months, but we’re back in action and apologise for this break! I’m sure you’ve missed us as much as we’ve missed the Ulwazi community! The Ulwazi Programme fulfils a vital role by preserving … Read more
Umlando we-Albini Catholic Mission eNtshongweni njengoba ulandiswa nguSister Gertrude Nzama ongasekho. Okuqukethwe Isonto kanye nesikole sase-Albini UFr Pfister OMI wafika eNingizimu Afrika ngo-1934 futhi wamiswa e-Inchanga. INtshongweni ingesinye sezikhungo ezingu-15 azivakashele egibele amahhashi ngoba lokho bekuwukuphela kwento yokuthutha eya kulezo ziteshi ezehlukahlukene, zase Thousand Hills. Ngaphambi kokuba eze lapha uFata Pfister OMI wavakashela ezinye zalezi … Read more
In most modern day societies a chastity belt only really exists in metaphoric terms, but in years gone by it was used as an actual physical deterrent to prevent women from having sex, either to remain faithful to their husbands while they were away, or to ensure that they remained chaste until marriage. The same … Read more
Okuqukethwe Ibhodi laseMelika leMishini Ukusungulwa kwe kolishi i-Adams College Abake bafunda kulesikole IBantu Education Act ka-1953 Ibhodi laseMelika leMishini UDkt Newton Adams wekolishi I Adams, ngaphansi kwe-American Board of Missions, wasungula isikole ngasemfuleni e-Amanzimtoti eningizimu yeTheku, esigcine sesaziwa nge-Adams College. U-RK Myeza, owake waba ngumfundi wase-Adams College futhi ongusomlando owayekhona I Adams isungulwa wabhala wathi: … Read more