AmaXhosa King Zwelonke Calvin Mpendulo Sigcau has died in an Mthatha hospital in the Eastern Cape aged 51. He ruled AmaXhosa nation for more than 14 years. He has been described as a peace maker and very passionate about developing rural communities. This morning we will get to learn more about King Zwelonke Calvin Mpendulo Sigcau, about rituals observed in the Xhosa culture in regards to when a king has passed on. Our guest will also take us through the various ceremonies that are performed and the various roles to which family members are expected to uphold during this period.

GUEST: Nkosi Jongisilo Pokwana Ka Menziwa, Cultural development Strategist and Director of the Vusizwe Foundation for Historical Research

AmaXhosa King Zwelonke Calvin Mpendulo Sigcau has died in an Mthatha hospital in the Eastern Cape aged 51. He ruled AmaXhosa nation for more than 14 years. He has been described as a peace maker and very passionate about developing rural communities. This morning we will get to learn more about King Zwelonke Calvin Mpendulo Sigcau, about rituals observed in the Xhosa culture in regards to when a king has passed on. Our guest will also take us through the various ceremonies that are performed and the various roles to which family members are expected to uphold during this period.<br><br>GUEST: Nkosi Jongisilo Pokwana Ka Menziwa, Cultural development Strategist and Director of the Vusizwe Foundation for Historical Research

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