Imbeleko is a traditional Zulu custom where a newborn baby is formally introduced to the extended family and community. It involves a series of rituals and ceremonies to welcome the baby and seek blessings for their future.
Imbeleko is a ceremony or a ritual done to introduce a new born baby to the elders and ancestors. Children who are also in their teenage hood can do this ritual if they were not introduced when they were born.
A goat is slaughtered as a sacrifice to the ancestors when doing this ceremony. This ceremony or ritual is done so that the ancestors may know their child and accept him or her. When doing the ritual the elders will speak to the ancestors and ask them to guide and protect the child.
In Zulu culture,its a home garment used for carrying your baby in your back. Zuius also have that initiation of the baby to the famiy and the ancestors
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