Intonjane

Intonjane is a South African tradition where a girl is chosen to be the bride of a boy in a specific tribe. It is a bit like a wedding, but usually happens when the girl is still young.

Imagine you are playing a game with your friends, and someone picks you to be their partner. This is a bit like what happens in intonjane. The boy's family chooses a girl they think would be a good wife for their son, and the two families exchange gifts to show they are happy with the match.

The intonjane ceremony usually happens in the girl's home village. Everyone in the village comes together to celebrate, and there is singing and dancing. The girl will wear special clothes and jewelry to show she is the chosen bride.

Even though intonjane is a tradition, it is not always followed in modern times. Many people choose their own partners and get married when they are older. But for some families, intonjane is still an important and meaningful custom.