National House Of Traditional Leaders
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Perils of missing teeth and wrinkles: Will a new law curb witch hunts?
In some rural communities of South Africa, physical signs of ageing such as wrinkled skin and yellowing eyes are taken to mean that person is a witch
AmaXhosa of Matatiele say yes to ‘safe’ initiation
Young initiates avoid medical complications thanks to a blend of cultural tradition with health and safety practices
Leaders voice concern at pace of land restitution
The manner and speed in which land restitution claims were being processed remained a concern, the National House of Traditional Leaders said.
What’s wrong with the Traditional Courts Bill
Customary courts are valuable institutions. They provide millions of South Africans access to justice they would not otherwise have. They are more accessible and affordable than…
Mbeki: SA needs to address issue of xenophobia
South Africa needs to address the issue of xenophobia, President Thabo Mbeki said on Wednesday in the National House of Traditional Leaders in Pretoria. ”Much has been mentioned…
Custom allows miniskirts, say traditional leaders
Custom and ethnicity allow young women to wear miniskirts, the National House of Traditional Leaders said on Wednesday in reaction to a recent attack on a woman wearing a short…
Mbeki: Govt committed to role of traditional leaders
The government remains committed to protecting and strengthening the role of traditional leaders in South Africa, President Thabo Mbeki said on Friday. Addressing the opening…