Quite possibly the biggest and best known traditional ceremony in the country, Kuomboka is an ancient ritual of the Lozi people and, after a three year hiatus, is back on April 8th 2017. It is a colourful and exciting event that attracts thousands from all over the world to witness Zambian culture at its best.
What is the best traditional ceremony in Zambia?
Zambian Traditional Ceremonies.
| CEREMONY | DISTRICT | TRIBE |
|---|---|---|
| Likumbi Lya Mize | Zambezi | luvale |
| Lunda Lubanza | Zambezi | Lunda |
| Lubinda Ntongo | kalumbila | Kaonde |
| Chisemwa Cha Lunda | Mwinilunga | Lunda |
What is the main traditional ceremony in Central Province of Zambia?
Traditional Ceremonies
| PROVINCE | CEREMONY | MONTH |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL PROVINCE | Ikubi Lya Loongo | July |
| Ichibwela Mushi | September | |
| Musaka Jikubi | September | |
| Kulamba Kubwalo | October |
How many traditional ceremonies are in Zambia?
FESTIVALS IN ZAMBIA
There are more than 20 annual traditional ceremonies in Zambia, manifesting customs, social life, rituals, oral history, material and spiritual culture and if you have the opportunity to attend one, do.
What is the main tradition ceremony in Central Province?
Kulamba Kubwalo is a traditional ceremony where all Lenje Chiefs of Central Province and their subjects come together to celebrate between September and October to thank their God and pay homage to their Senior Mukuni Ng’ombe for the good harvest and protection and to seek good guidance for the next years to come.
How many chiefs do we have in Zambia?
To date all the Mbunda Chiefs who reign with the title Chief Mundu are permanently settled in Liumba. Kalabo District in the Western Province of Zambia.
Who is the biggest chief in Zambia?
Paramount Chiefs
- CHITIMUKULU. Chitimukulu is the Paramount Chieftainship of the Bemba, the largest ethnic group in Zambia. …
- MPEZENI. The chieftainship was founded by Zwangendaba, a former general of King Shaka of the Zulu, who fled the Mfecane. …
- THE LITUNGA. …
- Kulamba Traditional Ceremony.
Which are the main tribes in Zambia?
TRIBES IN ZAMBIA
The main tribes are the Lozi, the Bemba, the Ngoni, the Tonga, the Luvale, and the Kaonde.
Why are traditional ceremonies important in Zambia?
Mr Mwangala said traditional ceremonies bring out the people’s identity, which is embedded in their traditions and culture. He said traditional ceremonies benefit Zambia as a whole because they unify the country and also attract foreign tourists.
Who is the chief of Lusaka District?
| EASTERN PROVINCE | ||
|---|---|---|
| NO. | NAME OF CHIEF | TRIBE |
| LUSAKA PROVINCE | ||
| 1. | SENIOR CHIEF MBURUMA | NSENGA LUZI |
| 2. | CHIEF MPHUKA | CHIKUNDA |
What is the main traditional ceremony in Luapula Province?
Umutomboko means a dance of victory or dance of conquest. In narrating the origin and importance of Umutomboko, one has to link this important ceremony with days when the Lunda crossed the Luapula River into Zambia, fighting their way through and in the process conquering weaker and smaller tribes.
What is the traditional ceremony celebrated in Luapula Province?
Umutomboko. The Lunda and Luba people of Luapula province celebrate their pre-colonial victories with the Umutomboko or Mutomboko ceremony. The two day ceremony begins with Mwata Kazembe (the Chief) visiting various sacred places within and outside his palace.
Which tribe holds the Kuomboka ceremony?
It is celebrated by the Lozi people of western Zambia, and marks the ceremonial journey of the litunga (the Lozi king) from his dry-season palace at Lealui, near Mongu, to his wet-season palace on higher ground at Limulunga. It usually takes place in late March or early April, and sometimes ties in with Easter.