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Izithakazelo zakwa Gumede

Gumede clan · Zulu izithakazelo

Qwabe!

Mnguni!

Wena kaMalandela,

Phakathwayo!

Nina bakaDunjwa waseMbo!

Meaning & history

A clan of the Qwabe people, who with the Zulu trace descent from Malandela; Phakathwayo was a Qwabe chief contemporary with Shaka. The praises invoke Qwabe, Mnguni and Malandela.

Associated surnames

Surnames that share this clan: Qwabe.

Clan praises vary between families and regions. If your family’s version differs, it may also be correct — corrections are welcome.

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