Catalog of an exhibition held at the Johannesburg Art Gallery. Section 1. Histories. Tsonga and Shangaan : the making and moulding of identities / Nessa Leibhammer ; My story / Billy Makhubele ; ...

The revival of the traditional dance is helping preserve Tsonga culture while creating new opportunities for local youth.

Sho Madjozi is a powerhouse. From the moment she burst on stage, shoulders bopping and hips swinging in her now-iconic xibelani, the audience was captivated, laughing along from her ‘this is my ...

Sixty-one-year-old Francinah Mabaso Majola is deeply proud of her Tsonga heritage, which she celebrates every year with great joy. Growing up, one tradition in particular stood out for Francinah – the ...

When you put on your clothes, you're not only putting them on to look good - your choice in style is the result of centuries of evolution, moulded by culture, identity and societal structures. But ...

South African rapper Sho Madjozi is a bold and colourful presence in pop culture, as famous for her catchy lyrics as for using traditional clothing and dance in a fresh way. The musician, actress and ...

There is still a huge amount of confusion with regards to differentiating who or what is Shangaan or Tsonga. Before we can understand Tsonga history, it is fair to clarify how Shangaans became Tsonga.