The Krewe of Zulu was founded in 1909 as a small walking krewe of working-class Black men, walking through neighborhoods from bar to bar.

Experts are divided on the impact of this week’s ruling on Misuzulu Zulu, but say it shows that South Africa has not yet learned how to handle the country’s traditional customs. The 49-year-old king’s ...

Pre-history and origins -- Recorded cultural history -- Early Nguni and Zulu customs -- Praise songs -- New military culture -- Shaka's expansive culture -- Arrival of European influences -- Shaka's ...