The Traditional Kulamba Ceremony of the Chewa people of Zambia

The Traditional Kulamba Ceremony is the most important cultural event for the Chewa people of Malawi, Mozambique and Zambia, taking place annually on the last Saturday in August in Katete, eastern Zambia. Thousands upon thousands of people gather at this huge event, creating a truly impressive atmosphere of tradition and festivity. During the ceremony, honours […]

Likumbi Lya Mize, Zambian ceremonies

Likumbi Lya Mize ceremony of the Luvale people of Zambia The Likumbi Lya Mize ceremony is a series of ceremonies held by the Luvale people of northern Zambia in honour of King Ndungu, the principal traditional authority, marking the end of the mukanda (initiation of children). Every year at the end of August, thousands of […]