Rev. Nicholas Bhekinkosi Hepworth Bhengu was born on September 5, 1909 at Entumeni, KwaZulu-Natal. Known as “Manotsha”, “Papakho”, “uMkhulu” or “uKhehla” by his converts, he was the Founder of the Africa Back to God Crusade in the 1950s. Bhengu was an evangelist, a teacher of the word, and a pastor.
Popular people from Bhengu last name
Nozipho Bhengu (Legal/Finance)
Director at Werksmans Attorneys specializing in Banking & Finance, Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions, and B-BBEE. Holds a BA LLB from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. [Source: Legal 500] [citation:1]
Director at Werksmans Attorneys specializing in Banking & Finance, Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions, and B-BBEE. Holds a BA LLB from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. [Source: Legal 500] [citation:1]
Popular people from Nkosi last name
Elijah Nkosi (Legal/Business)
Extensive experience in gaming and leisure industry with focus on strategic development and corporate governance. Served as Acting Judge for KwaZulu-Natal High Courts (Durban and Pietermaritzburg) in 2011, 2012, 2015, and 2017. Board member at Phumelela Gaming & Leisure Limited, serving on Audit, Remuneration, and Industry Specific committees. Holds Bachelor of Procurement Law (B Proc) and LLB. [citation:9]
Extensive experience in gaming and leisure industry with focus on strategic development and corporate governance. Served as Acting Judge for KwaZulu-Natal High Courts (Durban and Pietermaritzburg) in 2011, 2012, 2015, and 2017. Board member at Phumelela Gaming & Leisure Limited, serving on Audit, Remuneration, and Industry Specific committees. Holds Bachelor of Procurement Law (B Proc) and LLB. [citation:9]
Royalty from Bhengu last name
Bhengu Dlamini (Royal Ancestry)
Son of a chief in Swaziland whose lineage traces back to the Dlamini and Luthuli royal houses. Fled Swaziland after a cultural conflict and established the Ngcolosi tribe. His followers settled in Ntunjambili near Greytown in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, eventually spreading to Durban and the Umngeni River area near Inanda.
Son of a chief in Swaziland whose lineage traces back to the Dlamini and Luthuli royal houses. Fled Swaziland after a cultural conflict and established the Ngcolosi tribe. His followers settled in Ntunjambili near Greytown in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, eventually spreading to Durban and the Umngeni River area near Inanda.
Mepho Bhengu (Royal Custodian)
Descendant of Bhengu Dlamini who was entrusted with King Shaka’s personal cattle herd. Rewarded with 100 cattle for his exceptional care, he used part of this wealth to pay lobola for a Mkhize wife, continuing the royal bloodline.
Descendant of Bhengu Dlamini who was entrusted with King Shaka’s personal cattle herd. Rewarded with 100 cattle for his exceptional care, he used part of this wealth to pay lobola for a Mkhize wife, continuing the royal bloodline.
Nkungu Bhengu (Tribal Chief)
Son of Mepho who ruled the Ngcolosi people during the reign of King Dingane. His reign was marked by conflict with the Zulu king, leading to his death when warriors threw him into the Thukela River. His descendants split into two branches—one remaining in Durban and one returning to Ntunjambili.
Son of Mepho who ruled the Ngcolosi people during the reign of King Dingane. His reign was marked by conflict with the Zulu king, leading to his death when warriors threw him into the Thukela River. His descendants split into two branches—one remaining in Durban and one returning to Ntunjambili.
