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Kwasuka Sukela - Traditional Stories of KwaZulu

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Narrator: Bianca Jane Pieters

This collection of ancient and modern tales from the Zulu culture, retold in neutral English, is captivating listening for young and old.

The Zulu Kingdom in the breathtakingly beautiful province of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, is home to the AmaZulu, a proud nation that treasure and uphold their rich cultural heritage. The sharing of traditional stories remains an important communal activity in the lives of the AmaZulu.

The collection of stories on this audio book is filled to the brim with fascinating characters and their adventures. The stories are narrated by one of South Africa’s top voice over artists and enriched with beautiful effects that serve stimulate the listener’s imagination, bringing up images of the people and creatures of the rolling green African grasslands and crystal clear streams in beautiful KwaZulu-Natal.
22 Dec 2022 English South Africa Books · Business

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