Xibelani | Wool

Description

The Xibelani Dance (Shibelani, Shibelana, Shibelane) is an indigenous dance of the Tsonga women and it  is originated from the native Xitsonga (a Bantu Language) language. The name of the dance comes from the native Xitsonga language and it can translate to “hitting to the rhythm”, for example, the concept “xi Bela ni vunanga“. The name “xibelani” typically refers to the dance style while the skirt itself is referred to as “tinguvu”, however, the term “xibelani” is sometimes used to refer to both the dance and the skirt. The skirt is known as “tinguvu”. This xibelani skirt is tied around the dancer’s waist and then shake from the waist.It is made from cloth or wool and is customized with different colors and designs.