In an eight day ceremony, girls cut reeds and present them to the queen mother and then dance. It is done in late August or early September. Only childless, unmarried girls can take part. The aims of the ceremony are to: preserve girls’ chastity provide tribute labour for the Queen mother produce

INCWALA No announcement is made for the date of the public holiday for the main day of the Incwala. It is the fourth day after the full moon nearest the longest day. Incwala is often given in English as ‘first fruits ceremony’, but the King’s tasting of the new harvest is only one

Marula Festival The cheerful, friendly Swazi people have preserved their rich culture and traditions as a vital element in their day-to-day lives and colorful ceremonies are held every year to celebrate the Swazi traditions. The Swazi people are united by culture and values and the Marula or Buganu