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South African DJ Lamiez Holworthy was praised for respecting the Ndebele culture. A photo of her has gone viral and people compared her to Somizi Mhlongo.
Somizi Mhlongo was dragged or disrespecting the Ndebele culture with his recent picture. The presenter apparently wore attire strictly reserved for married women.
Activist told traditional Ndebele attire not ‘decent’ Clicks store said it was 'extremely embarrassed' by the centre manager and said it would be taking action against him.
Author and cultural activist, Thando Mahlangu consistently promotes Ndebele culture in South Africa, despite the challenges he encounters in doing so. "I'm always faced with this challenge.
Activist, author and entrepreneur Thando Mahlangu hopes to revive his culture, share his passion and inspire others to aid him in elevating the societal value of culture.
Ngingumrazana weNdebele. At any traditional ceremony, I wear my Ndebele attire with pride — without knowing the significance of what I have adorned myself with. This disconnect has always ...
Apart from decorationg their homes, Ndebele women decorate themselves with beads - almost from head to toe. Women wear beads to express their status in society. Uniquely painted houses and women ...
Soon after, the Thandeka the Fashionista clothing brand was born. It's inspired by her Ndebele culture and specialises in traditional clothes and beaded shoes. Thandeka Ntuli.
This was not the first time Mahlangu was discriminated against because of his Ndebele attire. In 2018, he was barred from boarding the Gautrain due to his traditional outfit being deemed inappropriate ...
Women wear beads to express their status in society. Uniquely painted houses and women covered in patterned clothing and beads have become iconic to Ndebele culture and a well-known symbol in South ...