Reedbuck
“Aya Dhuve, Tirotenda Mapanda, Tiashire Muriwo, Tinogarira imwi babayo, Mwana wangu wokubereka, ABhasera, Amapfupfu, Chivara, Ndichjo chamwakafira, Dhuve rangu riri, Iro zuva rakangoti jene'ene, Takangogarira njira, Mirono yaoma nenjara, Iyo mhamba nechikari babayo. Zvakangooma zviri pachitaya. Aiwa zvaitwa vari Mupamba neZomba. Tirotenda dhuve. Mwaita vari Chirinda, Dhuve rinotsika mapuwe ejpfuta mwoto, Aiwa zvaitwa babayo.”
Mhlanga Dube is a Shona totem of the Mhlanga (reedbuck) line, carrying the spirit of gentleness, alertness, and quiet dignity. It speaks of a family that stays calm, careful, and watchful. Bearers of Mhlanga Dube are expected to be humble, thoughtful, and respectful, living with grace and modesty while honoring elders, ancestors, and family.
Reedbuck
Mhlanga