Globalization has led to surnames being spread beyond their country of origin, so it is no longer uncommon to encounter…

Isaiah Shembe was born in the Free State c. 1867 and probably became a land tenant near Harrismith. At first…

The Red Blanket People, also known as Nguni people from Pondo, Bomvana and Thembu clans are proud of their independent…

Clan names are an authentic form of African identification that highlight cultural, familial, and historical ties between communities. Nzema people…

Globalization has enabled surnames to spread among nations. Thus, it’s not unusual to come across the name Nyawose in various…

Ntsele clan names have a rich heritage. Part of Zulu culture, they help identify family lineage and heritage. Ncobo had…

History and Origin of Ngonyama Clan Names In Africa, many people identify with their paternal clan. Therefore it’s common practice…

Clan names play an integral role in Xhosa culture and it is polite to request one’s clan name upon first…

Surnames have always had an incredible ability to cross national boundaries, which explains why African surnames can sometimes be found…

Clan names of African people represent their ancestral lineage and create a sense of community for its members. The Mbatha…