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Beadwork creates a sense of belonging and cultural identity and traditions hence people draw their cultural ways of living and meanings, as Xhosa people use them as social markers. Xhosa people believe that the beads also create a link between the living and the ancestors as diviners use them during rituals.
The ritual practise of Ulwaluko is a highly respected and sacred cultural practice among the Xhosa and some Nguni speaking peoples of South Africa. It has been alleged that the impact of the practice may threaten the self-esteem of a homosexual young man, although it is not compulsory for any person to participate.
Pages in category "Xhosa culture" The following 33 pages are in this category, out of 33 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A. African dolls; C.
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Xhosa music made an international impression in the jazz world through Miriam Makeba and others, for example, Mike Oldfield's Amarok includes some Xhosa tunes and vocal lyrics. Instruments: uhadi. [74] Ndbele Instrumentation: guitar Other: bira ceremony [73] Tekela languages: Swati, Phuthi, Southern Ndebele.
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Inqawe is the Xhosa term for the traditional smoking pipe used among the Xhosa people.The pipes come in many variations but are mostly made from Acacia afra or ‘mnyamanzi’ which is commonly found in the Eastern Cape.