Xhosa boys undergoing ulwaluko, one of three rituals covered in the study.
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The philosophy of ubuntu means that good health is for everybody and disability is not regarded as a difference.
An illustration of an antique photograph of the British Empire’s mission work among the Zulu people of then-Natal province.
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Missionaries and African translators working on local versions of the Bible divided South Africa’s ethnic groups by language.
Madosini performing in Johannesburg in 2021.
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The queen of Xhosa music has passed away. She reinvigorated ancient Xhosa cultural traditions through performance and teaching.
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The shocking story at the centre of When the Village Sleeps is as heartbreaking as it is - ultimately - full of hope.
Andile Mthembu
Her sensitive new album is rooted at home in South Africa while at the same time journeying to Mali, where it was recorded and co-produced with Salif Keita.