The Zulu speaking were amongst the first tribes to find South Africa. Zulu people are the most populated tribe across the South African border. Wherever you go in South Africa, the isiZulu language becomes a primary contact to people. It becomes a greeting language to many. Wherever you go, you will get to meet someone who speaks of this language. There are about 10million residents that are fluent in this language. Cruising down to the KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa I got to understand and see a lot from just the KwaZulu-Natal sections. These individuals for me I should say are commonly stubborn and are non-feared people. Walking around this beautiful destination of the Zulu people really felt warm and good. South Africa is well-known for its beautiful sights to see and enjoy. After the death of the father, Senzangakhona “he who acts with a good reason” Shaka accepted leadership of the Zulu clan who at the time were fewer. In 19th century the tribe merged into a great kingdom under the leadership of the great late Shaka Zulu. Shaka Zulu was in power from 1816-1828, when a war (Impi) emerged. Shaka created the Assegai (Short, shape blade stabbing spear) he had proved to his peers to be a great military leader because of his wide knowledge of the war battles. After 11 years since the death of his father he lost his mother Nandi. He ended up losing battles and therefore killing over hundreds of Zulu warriors who were in…
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