South Africa Overview South africa is home to over 40 million people from vastly different cultural The indigenous dune figs are made into a popular scarlet jam. http://www.sallys-place.com/travel/africa/south_africa.htm
Extractions: The new South Africa comes close to paradise as a travel destination. Breathtaking scenery, a near-perfect climate, superb food and wines, and exciting sporting activities compose an enticing holiday package. Plus this all comes together at an affordable price, often one-half the daily rate of a comparable European sojourn. What's more, there is a sophisticated, refined European ambiance in the hotels and restaurants amid a charming, warm African culture. True, service is not always perfection and certain areas and neighborhoods are off limits due to crime, but that's typical of many global cities. Lying at the southernmost tip of Africa, encompassing a vast area of over 1,200,000 square kilometers, South Africa is home to over 40 million people from vastly different cultural societies. To accommodate this diversity, the country now has 11 official languages the highest of any country in the world although English has been declared the main language of business. Today, with Nelson Mandela at the helm as president, there exists a genuine sense of pride and euphoric optimism for the country, among all the people, no matter what their politics or living standard. The interesting mix of people and languages, creeds and cultural elements drawn from both the developed and developing worlds, creates a fascinating ambiance and a delectable table.
Guardian Unlimited Travel | Bridge The World | Living History The descendants of the abaNtu living in South africa today consist of four major Xhosa,Swazi and Ndebele),the shangaanTsonga and the Venda people. http://travel.guardian.co.uk/bridgetheworld/story/0,14009,1074215,00.html
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Ethnien - Überblick über Die Ethnien In Den Ländern Der Welt Mosambik, indigenous tribal groups 99.66% (shangaan, Chokwe, Manyika, Venezuela,Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Arab, German, African, indigenous people http://www.lexas.net/laenderinfos/daten/bevoelkerung/ethnien.asp
Extractions: You are here: Home Destination Guide Africa South Africa And Lesotho : Background var zflag_nid="355"; var zflag_cid="1110/1088/1011/969"; var zflag_sid="42"; var zflag_width="120"; var zflag_height="600"; var zflag_sz="8"; var zflag_nid="355"; var zflag_cid="1110/1088/1011/969"; var zflag_sid="42"; var zflag_width="468"; var zflag_height="60"; var zflag_sz="0"; South Africa is said to be the most beautiful country in the world. It at least is the most beautiful place in Africa, however, the dark cloud of Apartheid meant many people were unwilling to visit the country until the breakdown of the system when Nelson Mandela came into power in 1994. Although it is now integrated, social and economic differences are still rife amongst the ethnic groups. The most beautiful aspect of South Africa is the ever - changing and breathtaking scenery. There are historic Cape Dutch vineyards where you can take a tour and sample world famous wines. Along the coastline are fantastic beaches where surfing is probably the most popular pastime, track lions in the great velds (grasslands) of
Mozambique - WWF - Expeditions In Conservation - Ask The Scientists At hotels, ask them if they actively hire local people, how they dispose of their indigenous tribal group, with names like Makua, Tsonga, shangaan and http://www.worldwildlife.org/expeditions/mozambique/ask.htm
Extractions: Photo: WWF-Lee Poston Want to know how the conservationists got into their line of work? Planning a trip to Mozambique? Interested in helping the wildlife of the region? Or are you just dying to know how to get cool sunglasses like Peter Bechtel's? You sent us your questions and we did our best to get them answered for you and posted them below. Q: What effect does the Zimbabwe conflict concerning their wildlife poaching due to lawlessness have on Mozambique's poaching problem? Does the turmoil cross a porous border and spill into Mozambique? Also were the wild dog populations there decimated by the civil war and if not what is their status? Jim in Manassas, Va. Since the lawlessness in Zimbabwe is limited mainly to farm land, ranches and the Zambezi Valley, I do not think it has spilled over into Mozambique in a significant way if at all. As for the second part, wild dogs receive total legal protection in Mozambique. However, the outlook is not hopeful. Published reports indicate that there was a rapid decline in wild dog numbers after 1975, due to unregulated sport hunting, persecution by cattle farmers, and degradation of habitat. There are no records of disease. Wild dogs cross the border from Kruger National Park, South Africa in the south, and are also common in southern Tanzania to the north so, should conditions improve, Mozambique might be ideally placed for recolonization. The planned cross-border park envisaged joining Kruger to Mozambique will be of great benefit to wild dogs.
0624039722 : People Of The South Availability, In Print. Subjects, Southern africa indigenous peoplesArea/regional studies Photographs portraits Cultural studies http://www.gazellebookservices.co.uk/ISBN/0624039722.htm
Extractions: Title: People of the South : A Visual Celebration of South Africa's Indigenous Cultures Author: Roger and Pat de la Harpe and Sue Derwent ISBN: Illustrations: colour photos Format: Hardback Size: Pages: Weight: .661 Kg. Published: Jonathan Ball Publishers (Sunbird Publishing) - May 2020 List Price: 12.99 Pounds Sterling Availability: In Print Subjects: Southern Africa: Indigenous peoples: Area/regional studies: Photographs: portraits: Cultural studies This is a celebration of the rich diversity of the South African peoples, and the various traditions, beliefs and customs that have contributed to the making of this multicultural nation. In this extraordinary portfolio, author Sue Derwent and photographers Roger and Pat de Ia Harpe explore the many faces and cultures that make up this remarkable landscape. From the Sotho and Nguni to the Shangaan-Tsonga and Venda, many of these ancient cultures and lifestyles are still maintained and nurtured according to the conventions established by their ancestors over the centuries. The complexity of language, the timelessness of ritual, and the inherent ski!! reflected in indigenous craft are all integral to traditional African culture, and the inspirational images captured here honour the ancient traditions among them arts and crafts, spiritual belie and customs of their ancestors and the rich tapestry that remains their legacy.
Extractions: African American Black Blood Donor Emergency COUNTRY RACIAL and/or ETHNIC ANALYSIS of PEOPLE GROUPS Afghanistan Pashtun 38%, Tajik 25%, Uzbek 6%, Hazara 19%, minor ethnic groups (Chahar Aimaks, Turkmen, Baloch, and others) Albania Albanian 95%, Greeks 3%, other 2%: Vlachs, Gypsies, Serbs, and Bulgarians Algeria Arab-Berber 99%, European less than 1% Andorra Spanish 61%, Andorran 30%, French 6%, other 3% Angola Ovimbundu 37%, Kimbundu 25%, Bakongo 13%, Mestico (mixed European and Native African) 2%, European 1%, other 22% Antigua black, British, Portuguese, Lebanese, Syrian (see Barbuda) Argentina European 97% (mostly of Spanish and Italian descent), 3% other (mostly Indian or Mestizo) Armenia Armenian 93%, Azeri 3%, Russian 2%, other (mostly Yezidi Kurds) 2% (1989) Note: as of the end of 1993, virtually all Azeris had emigrated from Armenia
CIA -- The World Factbook 2000 -- Ethnic Groups indigenous tribal groups 99.66% (shangaan, Chokwe, Manyika, Sena, Makua, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Arab, German, African, indigenous people http://www.umsl.edu/services/govdocs/wofact2000/fields/ethnic_groups.html
African Choral Music Resources Twelve indigenous songs from South africa in the original languages with The Rainbow People of God NY Doubleday, 1994 An african Prayer Book NY http://www.pitts.emory.edu/theoarts/multi/Countries/Africa/african_res.html
Extractions: African Choral Music Resources Multicultural - Repertoire African Repertoire Multicultural Choral Home TheoArts Home The following are choral-related websites with predominantly English language pages. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list - just a helpful one! More sites will be added as they are identified. Please let us know if you discover any new ones. For any choral musician who looks at the score of an African piece and discovers a series of letters, dots and dashes. This notation system is not an African system, but an English one, developed by Curwen in the 19th century and brought to Africa by missionaries. See The Teachers Manual of the Tonic Sol-Fa Method reprinted by Bernard Rainbow (Boethius Press, c. 1986).
Culture And Development Highlights Local people must have access to new technologies, unhindered by language South africa, traditionally dressed women from the shangaan ethnic group, http://topics.developmentgateway.org/culture/highlights/viewAllHighlights.do~pag
Extractions: Planeta.com, a Development Gateway cooperating organization, is a lively online public space based in Oaxaca, Mexico, dedicated to the development of conscientious tourism and sustainable ecotourism. Developed in 1994 as an information clearinghouse and information catalyst, Planeta.com hosts Web-based discussions, online communities, online training forums, and resource pages on topics such as artesania and crafts. Its current online World Forum course, Mastering the Web, is aimed at tourism managers and development practitioners, and will include a section on e-commerce. Planeta.comâs reach extends beyond its portal into contributing to the economic development of Oaxaca, one of Mexicoâs poorest states. A co-founder of the Oaxaca Rural Tourism Fair, it also posts resources exploring the advantages of âvirtualâ trade fairs, a growing ICT option for the handicrafts sector.
Swaziland left of centre; People s United Democratic Movement, left of centre Armed 95 indigenous African, comprising the Swazi, Zulu, Tonga, and shangaan http://www.tiscali.co.uk/reference/encyclopaedia/countryfacts/swaziland.html
Extractions: GENERAL INFORMATION National name Umbuso wakaNgwane/Kingdom of Swaziland Area 17,400 sq km/6,718 sq mi Capital Mbabane (administrative), Lobamba (legislative) Major towns/cities Manzini, Big Bend, Mhlume, Havelock Mine, Nhlangano Physical features central valley; mountains in west (Highveld); plateau in east (Lowveld and Lubombo plateau) back to top GOVERNMENT Head of state King Mswati III from 1986 Head of government Themba Dlamini from 1996 Political system absolutist Political executive absolute Administrative divisions four regions Political parties Imbokodvo National Movement (INM), nationalist monarchist; Swaziland United Front (SUF), left of centre; Swaziland Progressive Party (SPP), left of centre; People's United Democratic Movement, left of centre Armed forces 120,000 (2002 est)
Itineraries - Touch Of Class Excellence in Safaris, Tours and africa Travel for over a Quarter of a Century . a diverse cultural cross section of South africa s indigenous people. http://www.bornfreesafaris.com/touch_of_class.htm
Extractions: The Best of Southern Africa LOCATION: DAYS: 12-13 Days From $4190 FITNESS LEVEL: Easy HIGHLIGHTS: This is the ultimate trip to Southern Africa, incorporating beautiful country estates, the world famous Mala Mala Game Reserve and the spectacular Victoria Falls. Adding on a stay at the majestic Palace Hotel in Sun City or a 2 day journey on the legendary Rovos Rail is the perfect ending to this unforgettable tour. Safari Price Contact Born Free Depart Cape Town, driving along the Cape Peninsula and the Cape of Good Hope to Sea Point, visiting Hout Bay and enjoying the dramatic views from Chapman's Peak drive. Then it is on to the Cape Point where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. After lunch, proceed to the historic port city of Simonstown, continuing to the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. In the late evening, head to Stellenbosch for overnight at a gracious country estate. This region has become one of the gourmet capitals of the world. There are excellent restaurants to choose from, but please note that reservations are a must.
Rustic Chic Wildlifestyles Extraordinary travel to the remote and exotic Outposts of africa, It is astyle defined by the indigenous people, handcrafted and truly unique. http://www.unchartedoutposts.com/company/webpages/main/uoi_rusticchic.php
Extractions: What was once considered chic and stylish was confined to style editors and fashions gurus, however there has been over the past ten years a new trend that has its roots firmly entrenched in the deep rich soil of the African plains, this new game (and please excuse the double entendre) as game is exactly what is dictating this new style. Wild designs, hewn and molded from the earth, ancient lava rocks torn from the lava flow construct the walls, the golden grasses of the African plains adorn the roofs, wild olive wood weaves its magic around the structure bringing warmth and grace that only wood can add. These fabulous creations are styled and created with nothing but heaps of creative bush ingenuity and true originality. It is a style defined by the indigenous people, handcrafted and truly unique. Escape Your Daily Rigors We value the need to escape our daily rigors of fax machines, constant email contact, phones and televisions constantly whirring in our ears, our complicated lives demand a less complicated way of travel and it is this fact - pure and simple which separates Uncharted Outposts from everyone else out there! A return to something special, something from another time, a more perfect way of life, a chance to give something back to the world, to the earth and a chance to enjoy the world again without the unnecessary spoils of our times.
WCAR: Background Document On The Conference Beautiful and diverse, South africa is home to over 40 million people the first indigenous people to encounter Dutch settlers under Jan van Riebeeck, http://www.racism.gov.za/host/saback.htm
Extractions: (Extracts from SA at a Glance 2001/2 Beautiful and diverse, South Africa is home to over 40 million people comprising some 20 different ethnic groups. It is as large as Germany, France and Italy put together. At 35° south latitude, Cape Town is about the same distance from the equator as Sydney, Australia, or Los Angeles in the Northern Hemisphere. The country’s 2,945 kilometre coastline is washed by the cold Benguela current on the Atlantic and the warm Mozambique-Agulhas current on the east. The climate is moderate and the topography ranges from highveld grasslands to semi-desert to subtropical swamps, which are home to some of the world’s most diverse animal and plant kingdoms. South Africa is the only country with an entire floral kingdom - the Cape "fynbos" - within its borders. Most people live in the eastern regions where the higher rainfall, better soil and rich minerals offer more employment. Over a third of South Africans live in the four high population areas of Johannesburg / Pretoria / Vereeniging in Gauteng; Durban / Pinetown / Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal; the area around Cape Town; and the Port Elizabeth/Uitenhage area in the eastern Cape. South Africa boasts some of the earliest evidence of the emergence of the human species. For the past 100,000 years this area has been populated by San hunter-gatherers (Bushmen). Some 2,000 years ago the San turned to pastoralism, acquiring livestock from Bantu-speaking people migrating southwards. The Khoikhoi migrated down the west coast and were the first indigenous people to encounter Dutch settlers under Jan van Riebeeck, who established a base for the East India Company at the Cape in 1652 to provide ships with food, water and medical facilities.
Culture And Heritage Routes: Hlanganani Route Culture and Heritage Routes, , South africa s People This communityprepares traditional shangaan dishes such as mirogo (spinach/cabbage), http://www.southafrica.net/heritage/heritage_routes/hlanganani_route.cfm
Extractions: The Hlanganani Route is situated in the northern-most part of South Africa in the Limpopo Province (previously known as Northern Province) on the north-west border of one of Africa's finest parks, the Kruger National Park. It stretches from the Punda Maria gate along the R524 towards Louis Trichardt and then joins the R81 towards Giyani. Winding its way through the Malamulele district and the majority of the villages created when the Kruger National Park was established, the route is five hours drive from Gauteng and two hours drive from Polokwane (Pietersburg). Story behind the route name: Hlanganani is a Shangaan/Tsonga word meaning 'get together'. It was the name initially given by the communities living in the area by a committee formed with the help of the Park's Social Ecology Unit to address community safety against animals that breached the Park's fenced perimeter. When the decision to join the African Dream Project was made, this same committee became its Forum and it was agreed 'Hlanganani' was the obvious choice for the name of the Route.
Al-Ahram Weekly | International | A Question Of Friendship South africa, she said, has had a long tradition of employing people from that there are more Basotho (the indigenous people of neighbouring Lesotho), http://weekly.ahram.org.eg/2001/530/in1.htm
Extractions: Issue No.530 Published in Cairo by AL-AHRAM established in 1875 Current issue Previous issue Site map In an exclusive interview with Al-Ahram Weekly, South African Foreign Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma spoke to Gamal Nkrumah Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, South Africa's dynamic but unassuming foreign minister, came to Egypt for four days last week at the invitation of Foreign Minister Amr Moussa. They held wide-ranging discussions on a number of bilateral issues and common continental concerns. This is not Dlamini-Zuma's first visit to Egypt. She first visited Egypt last April to attend the Africa-Europe summit. A jet-setting minister, as befitting the representative of a country of South Africa's international standing, Dlamini-Zuma nevertheless has her finger firmly on the pulse of her country's and the African continent's most pressing social challenges. Dlamini-Zuma is a paediatrician who terminated a flourishing medical career to devote her life entirely to the anti-apartheid struggle. She headed the African National Congress health department in Lusaka, Zambia in the late 1980s, after working at a number of hospitals in England, South Africa and Swaziland. A former South African minister of health, Dlamini-Zuma is no stranger to the world of international diplomacy, but at heart she is still active in the medical sphere. She is a member of the steering committee of the National AIDS Coordinating Committee of South Africa and has a special interest in children suffering from HIV/AIDS.
Extractions: World Map North America Central America and The Caribbean South America Africa ... mozambique Population: 18 641 469 (July 1998 est.) Age structure: 0-14 years: 45% (male 4 129 779; female 4 232 091) 15-64 years: 53% (male 4 807 742; female 5 043 299) 65 years and over: 2% (male 177 895; female 250 663) (July 1998 est.) Population growth rate: 2.57% (1998 est.) Birth rate: 43.52 births/1 000 population (1998 est.) Death rate: 17.81 deaths/1 000 population (1998 est.) Net migration rate: migrant(s)/1 000 population (1998 est.) Sex ratio: at birth: 1.03 male(s)/female under 15 years: 0.97 male(s)/female 15-64 years: 0.95 male(s)/female 65 years and over: 0.7 male(s)/female (1998 est.) Infant mortality rate: 120.26 deaths/1 000 live births (1998 est.) Life expectancy at birth: total population: 45.37 years male: 44.22 years female: 46.55 years (1998 est.)
Operation World - Detailed Information Nonindigenous 9.1%. African 7.9%. Many work as farm labourers. There arecongregations in every indigenous people, but relatively fewer among the Tonga http://www.gmi.org/ow/country/zimo/owtext.html
TDS; Passports, Visas, Travel Documents PEOPLE. Mozambique s major ethnic groups encompass numerous subgroups Religions Christian 30%, Muslim 17%, indigenous African and other beliefs 45%. http://www.traveldocs.com/mz/people.htm
Extractions: PEOPLE Mozambique's major ethnic groups encompass numerous subgroups with diverse languages, dialects, cultures, and histories. Many are linked to similar ethnic groups living in neighboring countries. The north-central provinces of Zambezia and Nampula are the most populous, with about 45% of the population. The estimated 4 million Makua are the dominant group in the northern part of the countrythe Sena and Ndau are prominent in the Zambezi valley, and the Tsonga and Shangaan dominate in southern Mozambique. Despite the influence of Islamic coastal traders and European colonizers, the people of Mozambique have largely retained an indigenous culture based on small-scale agriculture. Mozambique's most highly developed art forms have been wood sculpture, for which the Makonde in northern Mozambique are particularly renowned, and dance. The middle and upper classes continue to be heavily influenced by the Portuguese colonial and linguistic heritage. During the colonial era, Christian missionaries were active in Mozambique, and many foreign clergy remain in the country. According to the national census, about 20%-30% of the population is Christian, 15%-20% is Muslim, and the remainder adheres to traditional beliefs.
