Zulus, Hindus are remarkable for their shared spiritual unity

As South Africa gathers to pay its respects during the funeral of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, we take a moment to reflect on the rich tapestry of cultural diversity that defines this nation.

Among the many customs and traditions that flourish in this land of harmony, two communities stand out for their profound and deeply ingrained practices related to ancestor veneration and death rituals as practised by the Zulu and Hindu communities.

This column is based on research I conducted into the unique convergence of these traditions in South Africa for my doctoral studies, which took me to all