San

San

San (Khwe & ǂKhomani)

The indigenous hunter-gatherer peoples of Southern Africa, known for their ancient rock art, tracking skills, and deep ecological knowledge.

Population

0.0M (0.02%)

Languages

Khoekhoe, ǂKhomani, !Xun

Region

Northern Cape

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Welcome to San Culture

Begin your journey with a 5-7 minute multisensory experience. Explore sounds, sights, and tastes that bring this culture to life.

Estimated time: 5-7 minutes

Listen: Sounds of the Culture

Traditional Greeting

ǁKhaa-a

k-HAH-ah (with click)

Hello/Peace

Kalahari Desert Sounds

The ancient sounds of the Kalahari with traditional San music and nature

2:00

Watch: Visual Immersion

Cultural video introduction
3:00

Discover the ancient San rock art and traditional hunter-gatherer way of life

Taste: Traditional Dish

Roasted Gemsbok

Roasted Gemsbok

Traditional game meat roasted over open fire, a hunter's meal

Quick Recipe:

  1. 1.Prepare game meat (gemsbok, springbok)
  2. 2.Season with wild herbs
  3. 3.Roast over open fire
  4. 4.Serve with wild tubers and berries

Learn: Your First Phrase

ǁKhaa-a

k-HAH-ah

Peace/Thank you

Greeting and expression of gratitude

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