Amahlubi celebrate safe initiation season amid national death toll

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Published Jan 3, 2026

The Amahlubi clan is beaming with joy and pride as it recorded an incident free summer initiation season.

Their successful campaign took place against the backdrop of 41 initiate deaths across the country with the Eastern Cape accounting for 22 of these deaths.

The clan observed this milestone through a traditional welcoming ceremony known as umgidi.

One proud parent, Bongiwe Mnqokoyi says she hopes her child will be a good example to society.

Abongile Jantjies has more.

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