Tsonga

Tsonga

VaTsonga

Known for their vibrant xibelani dance, intricate wood carvings, and rich musical traditions including marrabenta.

Population

2.7M (4.5%)

Languages

Xitsonga

Region

Limpopo

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Welcome to Tsonga 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

Avuxeni

ah-voo-SHEH-nee

Good morning/Hello

Tsonga Village Celebration

The energetic sounds of xibelani dance and traditional marrabenta music

2:00

Watch: Visual Immersion

Cultural video introduction
3:00

Experience the dynamic xibelani dance with its colorful, swirling skirts

Taste: Traditional Dish

Xigugu

Xigugu

Traditional dish made from ground peanuts and maize, rich and flavorful

Quick Recipe:

  1. 1.Roast and grind peanuts
  2. 2.Cook maize meal into porridge
  3. 3.Mix peanut paste with porridge
  4. 4.Season and serve hot

Learn: Your First Phrase

Ndza khensa

n-dzah KHEN-sah

Thank you

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