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Izithakazelo zakwa Buthelezi
Buthelezi clan · Zulu izithakazelo
Shenge!
Sokwalisa!
Mnyamana kaNgqengelele!
Wena owadl' izimpondo zenkomo!
Shenge lamadoda!
Meaning & history
Praises of the Buthelezi clan honouring Ngqengelele and his son Mnyamana, the great induna and chief minister to King Cetshwayo. 'Sokwalisa' and 'Shenge' are the central addressing names of the clan.
Clan praises vary between families and regions. If your family’s version differs, it may also be correct — corrections are welcome.