Mandela was awarded the circumcision name Dalibunga, which means 'Founder of the Bunga', the traditional ruling body of the Transkei. To Xhosa traditionalists, this name is more acceptable than either of Mandela's given names, Nelson or Rolihlahla.
Mandela was awarded the circumcision name Dalibunga, which means 'Founder of the Bunga', the traditional ruling body of the Transkei. To Xhosa traditionalists, this name is more acceptable than either of Mandela's given names, Nelson or Rolihlahla.