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Local Customs: The only Kingdom in South Africa
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  • Written by MikeAtSea on Mar 14, 2005
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    • Durban - King Shaka
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    • KwaZulu Natal is home to the Zulu nation. The tribe from "heaven" as Zulu means translated, was brought onto the world map by King Shaka who with fierce battles brought many of the smaller tribes under one group. His battle strategy was so advanced that he received the nickname the Black Napoleon. Even during the wars against the British the Zulus had a few victories.
    Today Shaka still plays a very important role as the old leader of the Zulus and hence KwaZulu Natal has a King to this day.

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    Local Customs: Herbalist
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    • Durban - African Pharmacy
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    • The Zulu herbalist, medicine man or iSangoma play a very important role in the day to day life of urban inhabitants in Durban. Yet it is not surprising that one would find a Zulu pharmacy with many of the local herbs, roots or other items that are used in African medication.
    This shop can be seen in Fishmarket Street close to the Victoria Street Market.

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    tomcat007 Sun Jun 24, 2007 16:33 UTC
     I have lived in 8 countries around the world, currently in Australia 26years and have never heard about robbing people in daylight. You must have a very strong emotional attachment to SA if you think it is as safe as anything in the world.    		michellewalker Sat Oct 28, 2006 13:15 UTC
     Hi Mike. I need some recommendations on hotels which are close to Rugby grounds ( pref walking distance) Please advise
    tiki99 Tue Aug 1, 2006 07:01 UTC
     This hotel doesnt have a pool, they show a picture of it on their website but when you get there you soon realise it is a public pool they are showing you which is across the street.    		Kristina1701 Sun Jul 16, 2006 21:03 UTC
     very informative page with some beautiful pics!
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