Key figures who contributed to South African democracy include Nelson Mandela, who played a significant role in ending apartheid and becoming the country's first black president, as well as Desmond Tutu and F.W. de Klerk, who were instrumental in the transition to democracy. Other important figures include Oliver Tambo, Albertina Sisulu, and Walter Sisulu, who fought against apartheid and advocated for equality and human rights.

A lot of evidence supports the theory that human beings originated in central Africa, and migrated out of Africa to the east in two major magrations very roughly 100,000 and 60,000 years ago. See the link to the Genographic Project.

For Zulu boys, the main rite of passage is the circumcision ceremony, which marks their transition into manhood. For Zulu girls, the main rite of passage is the "Umemulo" ceremony, which is a traditional ceremony where the girl's family celebrates her coming of age and readiness for marriage. Both ceremonies are significant cultural events that hold deep spiritual and social importance in Zulu society.

The coordinates 70 degrees west, 35 degrees south represent a location in the southern hemisphere, southwest of Africa, in the South Atlantic Ocean. This point is not far from the coast of Namibia.

Generally because it is easier to keep to one time zone for business purposes. Remember that only one small part of South Africa makes it into the "new" time zone.

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Some South African folktales include "The Clever Monkey and the Crocodile," "The Lion's Whisker," and "Why the Sun and the Moon Live in the Sky." These tales often feature animals as characters and impart important moral lessons.

You may be able to find the newspaper article in question by contacting local libraries, historical societies, or archives in South Africa. They may have archives of past newspapers or be able to point you in the right direction for further research. Additionally, you could try searching online newspaper databases or websites that specialize in historical newspapers.

The newspaper established by Mahatma Gandhi in South Africa was called "Indian Opinion." It was launched in 1903 and played a significant role in advocating for the rights of the Indian community in South Africa. Gandhi used the newspaper as a platform to promote nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience against discriminatory laws.

"Isithwalambiza" in Zulu means "backpack" in English. It refers to a bag that is worn on the back to carry personal belongings or supplies.

"Thank you" in Zulu is "Ngiyabonga."

In Zulu, "poop" is "ubisi."

Zulu resistance refers to the efforts made by the Zulu people of Southern Africa to resist colonial rule and maintain their independence and culture, particularly during the 19th century. This resistance was particularly notable during the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879, where the Zulu warriors, led by King Cetshwayo, fought against the British Empire. Despite their fierce resistance, the Zulu were ultimately defeated and their kingdom was annexed by the British.

"Mother" in Zulu is "umama."

The Zulu Kingdom came to an end in 1879 after their defeat in the Anglo-Zulu War. Post-war, a British colonial administration was established in the region, and the Zulu monarchy was restored in a limited capacity under British rule.

In Zulu, nouns do not have inherent genders like in some other languages. Instead, they are classified into different noun classes based on their characteristics. There are 17 noun classes in Zulu, each with its own prefixes and agreement markers.

"Ngiyakuthanda" means "I love you" in Zulu.

Officially, it is the "National Anthem of (the Republic of) South Africa." More commonly it known as "Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika" after the opening line of the first part of the anthem which is in the Xhosa, Zulu and Sesotho languages. It translates into English as "God Bless Africa."

The second part of the anthem is called "Die Stem van Suid-Afrika" which is Afrikaans for "The Call of South Africa." The second part/third stanza of the anthem is in Afrikaans. The final stanza (the fourth) is in English. I enclose a link to an interesting historical essay about all of the various strands that were pulled together to create a new anthem for the new South Africa.

Traditional Zulu rituals include ceremonies for important life events such as birth, marriage, and death. They also perform tribal ceremonies to honor ancestors and seek their guidance and blessings. Additionally, Zulu rituals often involve music, dance, and storytelling as a way to connect with their cultural heritage.

Hlaluminathi means "silent" in Xhosa.

January in Zulu is "Januwari."

The Zulu dance originates from the Zulu people of South Africa. It is an energetic and vibrant dance form that is traditionally performed at various celebrations and events as a way to showcase Zulu culture and heritage. The dance often incorporates intricate footwork, high kicks, and rhythmic body movements.

Zulu shields have been a traditional item in Zulu culture for many centuries, dating back to at least the 19th century. They were originally made from animal hide and wood, but today they are often made from materials like plastic or fiberglass.

The Xhosa phrase "ngepipi elisokiwe" translates to "with a dirty diaper" in English.