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@GaytonMcK @CyrilRamaphosa "DEAR PEOPLE"

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@Patriot_S_A Any branches in MPUMALANGA??

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@WhitakerTA_ @groc how true is this?

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@HeidiGiokos I ndoda Yom NDEBELE
Proud of having NDEBELE Blood in me..

[sandile swana @sandileswana]

The South African Ndebele are under Mahlangu, Mabena. They include Ndzundza and are separate and distinct from MThwakazi.

The South African Ndebele (often referred to as Southern Ndebele or Transvaal Ndebele) are distinct from the Ndebele of Zimbabwe (Mthwakazi) and are primarily divided into groups under the leadership of the Mahlangu and Mabena clans, with the Ndzundza being a prominent section. [1, 2]

Key Distinctions and Structure

Distinct Identity: The South African Ndebele are not related genealogically or historically to the Mthwakazi/Ndebele of Zimbabwe. The South African group originates from earlier migrations (1600s), while the Mthwakazi are descendants of Mzilikazi's Zulu breakaway group in the 1820s.

Key Clans/Groups: The South African Ndebele are recognized under different royal houses, including the Ndzundza (associated with the Mahlangu surname) and the Manala (associated with the Mabena surname).

Geographical Location: They are mainly located in the Mpumalanga, Gauteng, and Limpopo provinces.

Cultural Features: They are renowned for their distinct, vibrant artistic traditions, including geometric beadwork and home painting, which are largely produced by the Ndzundza Ndebele. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]

The Ndzundza and Mahlangu

Ndzundza: One of the main divisions of the Southern Ndebele, originating from a succession dispute between the sons of Chief Musi, where they migrated to the east, whereas the Manala remained in the north.

Mahlangu: A major ruling clan within the Ndzundza group, with prominent chiefs such as Chief P.M. Mahlangu and Chief M.M. Mahlangu managing the affairs of the community. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Separate from Mthwakazi

Mthwakazi: This group is located in Matabeleland, Zimbabwe, and was formed by Mzilikazi in the 19th century. They are sometimes called the "Northern Ndebele of Zimbabwe" to distinguish them from the "Northern Ndebele" (Kekana/Langa) found in South Africa's Limpopo province.

Distinction: The Mthwakazi (or Matabele) are more closely aligned culturally and linguistically with the Zulu people, whereas the South African Ndebele have developed a unique, separate identity. [1, 2, 3, 4]

[African Hub @AfricanHub_]

South Africa 🇿🇦 generated about $550 million from defence exports in 2025, supplying weapons, ammunition, and equipment to more than 40 countries.

A significant portion of these exports went to Europe, with munitions accounting for the bulk of sales and Germany among the leading buyers.

Armoured vehicles were also exported across Africa, including to Kenya 🇰🇪, Ghana 🇬🇭, and Malawi 🇲🇼, while aircraft were delivered to markets such as Iraq 🇮🇶, the Democratic Republic of Congo 🇨🇩, and Mozambique 🇲🇿.

Unlike many African countries that rely on imports, South Africa stands out as one of the continent’s key defence exporters.

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@BongsMahlangu_ Is the Camera man Giving u peace??

[dana @dana916]

🇮🇷🇨🇳⚔️🇺🇸An Unpleasant Surprise for the American blockade

A new player on the field: online sources report that China's leadership has sent three ships to the Gulf of Oman to ensure passage of its merchant vessels through the American blockade.

Previously, a task force consisting of the guided-missile destroyer "Tanshan," the frigate "Daqing" and the supply ship "Taihu" was located in the Gulf of Aden. Now, according to insider reports, the ships have already relocated to the Gulf of Oman.

There are reasons to believe this. China's authorities are no less interested than others in normalizing shipping in general and importing Iranian oil in particular. Moreover, the task force was stationed relatively nearby, and could well have been tasked with such a mission.

If this is accurate, it will be interesting to see how the Americans react. Engaging in direct confrontation with China is not the same as seizing an unarmed tanker.

rybar

[IOL News @IOL]

South Africans can expect a mixed bag of weather this Friday, 17 April 2026, with widespread showers and thunderstorms over the central interior, while the Western Cape braces for colder, wetter, and windier conditions.
#news #weather #widespread #showers #storms #colder #wetter #windier #conditions
Read on https://t.co/jtZdnucUik

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@ummuh_Zahra It's the purple Braa with your Pink Panties dt Got him thinking u need new Undies..
STOP THINKING WITH YOUR STOMACH SATAN

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@NP_Mcinga That's a vry foolish statement to make hey

No wonder this situation

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@MbalulaFikile N u n your people failed her

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Make That Big independent Move uv always Wanted to
The people of Kwandebele are Proud of You

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@Shibu_Thobs Not anymore