Lobola is a word commonly used by Zulu, Xhosa, Ndebele, Swati that means “brideprice” or bridewealth”. Lobola negotiations involve a process of presentation of a payment made by the prospective groom to the bride’s family. Here is a collection of information on clipkulture to help you prepare for your lobola negotiations: Q and A about…
The Significance of Lobola The lobola process is when the man and his family pay the bride price (dowry) to the girl’s family for the right to marry their daughter. The lobola negotiation is a sign of approval from both families of the marriage of the son and daughter. If the lobola is not paid,…
When it comes to marriage, South Africa has various tribes and cultures which have very colourful traditional ceremonies. But right here is a summary of procedures before and after the Nuptials, the Xhosa way. Enjoy! Marriage is something that is highly valued in the Xhosa culture. When a woman gets married the entire community rejoices…
