Nzimande clan names derive from the Zulu people of South Africa. These clan names have been in existence for centuries and help preserve Zulu culture and heritage.
Nzimande clan names are not simply surnames but rather a naming system which honours the Zulu ancestors, and which runs across multiple families.
Izithakazelo Zakwa Nzimande
Mphephetwa,
Mdluli,
Ngwekazi, Gwala,
Mancama ngesinkw’esikhulu,
Wena owasukel’isigodo simuka nomfula uth’inyama,
Manda kulandulwa,
Vilakazi,
Xam’odla ngomsingizane,
Mhlandla!
