Mgobhozi surname clans:
Mnguni,
Yeyeye,
Qwabe,
Phakathwayo,
Mpangazitha,
Khondlo,
Sdinane esadina amaNguni,
Nina enathi nidla umuntu nimyenga ngendaba,
Nathi dlula kubeyethwe uMpangazitha!
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History: The surname Qwabe is common among the Nguni-speaking peoples of Southern Africa, particularly the Zulu and Swazi communities. It signifies a connection to the Qwabe lineage. Notable individuals with this surname include:
- Thulani Qwabe: A South African footballer born in 1990, known for his skills as a midfielder.
📜 Popular people from Qwabe last name
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Ntokozo Qwabe (Legal)
Lawyer and Rhodes Scholar, co-founder of Rhodes Must Fall movement at Oxford. -
Mzonjani Michael Qwabe (Historical)
Name recorded in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) archives.
Popular people from Qwabe last name
- Ntokozo Qwabe (Legal) – South African lawyer and Rhodes Scholar. Co-founder of the Rhodes Must Fall movement at Oxford University. Holds degrees from UKZN, UCT, and Oxford. [Source: Wikipedia]
- Felokwakhe Qwabe (Community) – Father of Ntokozo Qwabe, a school caretaker from Oyaya, Eshowe in KwaZulu-Natal who raised 13 children, with Ntokozo being the first to attend university. [Source: Wikipedia]
Royalty from Qwabe last name
Qwabe kaMalandela (1575 – Royal Founder)
Founder of the Qwabe Kingdom and eldest son of Malandela (the common ancestor of the Qwabe, Makhanya, and Zulu clans) and his wife Nozidiya of the Zungu clan. His name means “a large musical bow.” Following his father’s death, Qwabe became king and built a new homestead called eMthandeni beneath the Ngoye hills, which served as the center of his kingdom. He left his younger brother Zulu to rule over a few people who remained at their father’s estate [citation:3].
Founder of the Qwabe Kingdom and eldest son of Malandela (the common ancestor of the Qwabe, Makhanya, and Zulu clans) and his wife Nozidiya of the Zungu clan. His name means “a large musical bow.” Following his father’s death, Qwabe became king and built a new homestead called eMthandeni beneath the Ngoye hills, which served as the center of his kingdom. He left his younger brother Zulu to rule over a few people who remained at their father’s estate [citation:3].
Qwabe Kingdom (Senior Royal House)
The amaQwabe are the senior and larger clan of the Makhanya and the Zulu clans, all descending from Malandela. The kingdom thrived in the 18th century as “one of the most ancient and famous tribes in Natal and Zululand.” At its peak, the amaQwabe occupied central KwaZulu-Natal, from beneath the Amandawe and Ngoye Hills, south of the Mhlathuze River, up to the Nkandla forest, and between the Mhlathuze and Tugela Rivers [citation:3].
The amaQwabe are the senior and larger clan of the Makhanya and the Zulu clans, all descending from Malandela. The kingdom thrived in the 18th century as “one of the most ancient and famous tribes in Natal and Zululand.” At its peak, the amaQwabe occupied central KwaZulu-Natal, from beneath the Amandawe and Ngoye Hills, south of the Mhlathuze River, up to the Nkandla forest, and between the Mhlathuze and Tugela Rivers [citation:3].
King Phakatwayo kaKhondlo (Pre-Shaka Era)
Powerful king of the Qwabe who ruled before the Shaka era. Under his leadership, the Qwabe kingdom had already expanded control over parts of Natal south of the Thukela River. His kingdom was characterized by seven large villages, each headed by an important member from the ruling lineage. He had the authority to form women regiments (isigodlo), a privilege only given to senior powerful kings such as Dingiswayo of the Mthethwa and Zwide of the Ndwandwe [citation:3].
Powerful king of the Qwabe who ruled before the Shaka era. Under his leadership, the Qwabe kingdom had already expanded control over parts of Natal south of the Thukela River. His kingdom was characterized by seven large villages, each headed by an important member from the ruling lineage. He had the authority to form women regiments (isigodlo), a privilege only given to senior powerful kings such as Dingiswayo of the Mthethwa and Zwide of the Ndwandwe [citation:3].
Makhosini Wellington Qwabe (Current Head)
Current head of the Qwabe Royal House, representing the continuation of the senior branch of the House of Malandela. The Qwabe royal lineage remains an important traditional institution in KwaZulu-Natal [citation:3].
Current head of the Qwabe Royal House, representing the continuation of the senior branch of the House of Malandela. The Qwabe royal lineage remains an important traditional institution in KwaZulu-Natal [citation:3].
Royalty from Qwabe last name
Qwabe kaMalandela (Royal Founder)
Founder of the Qwabe Kingdom and eldest son of Malandela, the common ancestor of the Qwabe, Makhanya, and Zulu clans. Following his father’s death, Qwabe became king and built a new homestead called eMthandeni beneath the Ngoye hills, which served as the center of his kingdom. He left his younger brother Zulu to rule over a few people who remained at their father’s estate.
Founder of the Qwabe Kingdom and eldest son of Malandela, the common ancestor of the Qwabe, Makhanya, and Zulu clans. Following his father’s death, Qwabe became king and built a new homestead called eMthandeni beneath the Ngoye hills, which served as the center of his kingdom. He left his younger brother Zulu to rule over a few people who remained at their father’s estate.
Qwabe Kingdom (Senior Royal House)
The amaQwabe are the senior and larger clan of the Makhanya and the Zulu clans, all descending from Malandela. The kingdom thrived in the 18th century as one of the most ancient and famous tribes in Natal and Zululand. At its peak, the amaQwabe occupied central KwaZulu-Natal, from beneath the Amandawe and Ngoye Hills, south of the Mhlathuze River, up to the Nkandla forest, and between the Mhlathuze and Tugela Rivers.
The amaQwabe are the senior and larger clan of the Makhanya and the Zulu clans, all descending from Malandela. The kingdom thrived in the 18th century as one of the most ancient and famous tribes in Natal and Zululand. At its peak, the amaQwabe occupied central KwaZulu-Natal, from beneath the Amandawe and Ngoye Hills, south of the Mhlathuze River, up to the Nkandla forest, and between the Mhlathuze and Tugela Rivers.
King Phakatwayo kaKhondlo (Pre-Shaka Era)
Powerful king of the Qwabe who ruled before the Shaka era. Under his leadership, the Qwabe kingdom had already expanded control over parts of Natal south of the Thukela River. His kingdom was characterized by seven large villages, each headed by an important member from the ruling lineage. He had the authority to form women regiments, a privilege only given to senior powerful kings such as Dingiswayo of the Mthethwa and Zwide of the Ndwandwe.
Powerful king of the Qwabe who ruled before the Shaka era. Under his leadership, the Qwabe kingdom had already expanded control over parts of Natal south of the Thukela River. His kingdom was characterized by seven large villages, each headed by an important member from the ruling lineage. He had the authority to form women regiments, a privilege only given to senior powerful kings such as Dingiswayo of the Mthethwa and Zwide of the Ndwandwe.
Makhosini Wellington Qwabe (Current Head)
Current head of the Qwabe Royal House, representing the continuation of the senior branch of the House of Malandela. The Qwabe royal lineage remains an important traditional institution in KwaZulu-Natal.
Current head of the Qwabe Royal House, representing the continuation of the senior branch of the House of Malandela. The Qwabe royal lineage remains an important traditional institution in KwaZulu-Natal.
Izithakazelo zakwa Mbedu
Mbedu,
Gumede,
Qwabe,
Yeyeye,
Phakathwayo,
Mnguni,
Khondlo,
Myaka,
Khuzwayo!
🏆 Popular people from Zulu last name
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Sandile Zungu (Finance/Sports)
Businessman, founder of Zungu Investments, and owner of AmaZulu FC. -
Alexander Grey Zulu (Politics/Law)
Prominent Zambian politician and cabinet minister. -
Onthatile Zulu (Sports)
Rising star in South African field hockey and national team player.
Popular people from Zulu last name
- Misizwe Mtshali (Technology/FinTech) – South African tech professional who worked at Microsoft and MTN Business. Now based in Singapore as an entrepreneur in the FinTech space. [Source: SA Chamber of Commerce Singapore]
- Princess Kasune Zulu (Legal/Social Justice) – Zambian HIV/AIDS activist and author included in “Notable African American & Black Heritage” biographical profiles. [Source: Gale eBooks]
- Ntandoyesizwe Zulu-Tembe (Royalty) – Daughter of the late amaZulu King Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu and Queen Mantfombi Dlamini. Married to businessman Moses Tembe. [Source: Sunday World]
Popular people from Zulu last name
Misizwe Mtshali (Technology/FinTech)
South African tech professional who worked at Microsoft and MTN Business. Now based in Singapore as an entrepreneur in the FinTech space. Represents South African tech expertise on international stage.
South African tech professional who worked at Microsoft and MTN Business. Now based in Singapore as an entrepreneur in the FinTech space. Represents South African tech expertise on international stage.
Princess Kasune Zulu (Legal/Social Justice)
Zambian HIV/AIDS activist and author included in “Notable African American & Black Heritage” biographical profiles. Advocate for social justice and public health awareness.
Zambian HIV/AIDS activist and author included in “Notable African American & Black Heritage” biographical profiles. Advocate for social justice and public health awareness.
Ntandoyesizwe Zulu-Tembe (Royalty)
Daughter of the late amaZulu King Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu and Queen Mantfombi Dlamini. Married to businessman Moses Tembe. Represents continuity of Zulu royal heritage.
Daughter of the late amaZulu King Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu and Queen Mantfombi Dlamini. Married to businessman Moses Tembe. Represents continuity of Zulu royal heritage.
Royalty from Zulu last name
Zulu I kaMalandela (c. 1627-1709)
Founder of the Zulu clan, son of Malandela. When Malandela died, he divided the kingdom into two clans, the Qwabe and the Zulu. Zulu I established the royal lineage that would eventually unite numerous clans into the powerful Zulu nation.
Founder of the Zulu clan, son of Malandela. When Malandela died, he divided the kingdom into two clans, the Qwabe and the Zulu. Zulu I established the royal lineage that would eventually unite numerous clans into the powerful Zulu nation.
King Shaka kaSenzangakhona (c. 1787-1828)
Founder of the Zulu Kingdom and one of the most influential monarchs in African history. Through military innovation and strategic conquests, he transformed a small chiefdom into a powerful empire that dominated much of present-day KwaZulu-Natal. His policies and military reforms created the foundations of Zulu identity and power.
Founder of the Zulu Kingdom and one of the most influential monarchs in African history. Through military innovation and strategic conquests, he transformed a small chiefdom into a powerful empire that dominated much of present-day KwaZulu-Natal. His policies and military reforms created the foundations of Zulu identity and power.
King Mpande kaSenzangakhona (1798-1872)
Half-brother of Shaka who reigned from 1840 to 1872. He had at least 28 children by different wives, many of whom have living descendants. His reign saw the Zulu kingdom maintain its independence while navigating complex relationships with Boer settlers and British colonial forces.
Half-brother of Shaka who reigned from 1840 to 1872. He had at least 28 children by different wives, many of whom have living descendants. His reign saw the Zulu kingdom maintain its independence while navigating complex relationships with Boer settlers and British colonial forces.
King Cetshwayo kaMpande (1834-1884)
Son of Mpande who led the Zulu nation during the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. His forces achieved a famous victory at the Battle of Isandlwana but were ultimately defeated. He was later restored as king before his death in 1884.
Son of Mpande who led the Zulu nation during the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. His forces achieved a famous victory at the Battle of Isandlwana but were ultimately defeated. He was later restored as king before his death in 1884.
King Goodwill Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu (1948-2021)
Longest-reigning Zulu monarch, ruling for nearly 50 years from 1971 to 2021. He had six wives and 28 children. He revived cultural practices including the annual Reed Dance ceremony to promote pride in Zulu traditions and HIV awareness. He was a direct descendant of King Cetshwayo, who led the Zulu nation during the 1879 war against the British army.
Longest-reigning Zulu monarch, ruling for nearly 50 years from 1971 to 2021. He had six wives and 28 children. He revived cultural practices including the annual Reed Dance ceremony to promote pride in Zulu traditions and HIV awareness. He was a direct descendant of King Cetshwayo, who led the Zulu nation during the 1879 war against the British army.
King Misuzulu kaZwelithini (b. 1974)
Current reigning monarch of the Zulu nation, installed in 2021 following the death of his father. His mother was Queen Mantfombi Dlamini, daughter of King Sobhuza II of Eswatini. As the son of the “Great Wife” whose lobola was paid by the nation, he is the rightful heir according to Zulu tradition. His reign has faced legal challenges from other branches of the royal family but continues with the support of millions of Zulu people.
Current reigning monarch of the Zulu nation, installed in 2021 following the death of his father. His mother was Queen Mantfombi Dlamini, daughter of King Sobhuza II of Eswatini. As the son of the “Great Wife” whose lobola was paid by the nation, he is the rightful heir according to Zulu tradition. His reign has faced legal challenges from other branches of the royal family but continues with the support of millions of Zulu people.