Phindile Gwala In Zulu Imvunulo Traditional Attire For Heritage Day 2019


Phindile representing the Zulu tribe in her isicholo hat, and fur bib, skirt, sandals and beaded accessories for Shaka Day 2019.
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The festival is part the of govts efforts aimed at strengthening the local economic development, especially in rural areas. Women, ‘young and young at heart’ showcase beads they produced during the Festival, which is usually attended by thousands of people.

Maiden doing the Zulu dance at the reed dance festival.

Lady in beautiful Zulu beaded head band, neckpieces, bangles and waist beads.

When she returns, dinner is served to all. The couple eat with both parents and close members of the family. After dinner, the couple go around dancing and greeting their guests, before the bride goes for another change of clothing.

Isicholo hat, beaded bangles and wrist bands, beaded waist belt and apron. Black patterned skirt and ankle beads.

Angel Ndlela, (red front), flanked by her friends, to celebrate her birthday the zulu way.