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Neighbours of the Ndebele, the Pedi people of South Africa are renowned for their beadwork and have inspired the designs of Ndebele women. The Pedi maintain a strong matrilineal tradition, and certain distinguished older women, known as Pedi Queens make impressive appearances at ceremonial occasions. photo by Carol Beckwith and Angela Fisher

Gorgeous Ndebele blanket handmade in vibrant Ndebele colours .

Ndebele woman painting, Botshabelo Ndebele village, South Africa

Do you know enough about Africa to complete this geography quiz?

Bontle Bride serves couples who would like to add style and culture to their wedding day. A gorgeous Ndebele And Setswana Wedding

Sophie, who makes dolls,in her elaborately beaded blanket. Traditional 'Ndebele beadwork.

A coworker is jetting off to South Africa this weekend (could I be any more jealous?). So instead of sulking all day, I channelled my energy into finding these tribal-themed pieces. If you can't go to the tribe, bring the tribe to you! Product info & prices after the jump. 1st column,

Shaka was reconfiguring different Zulu clans, in South Arica, forging a Nation out of nine(9) semi-nations of South Africa: the Zulu, Xhosa, Basotho, Tswana, Pedi, Venda Shangaan, Ndebele, Swazis,