The Swazi Warrior, Swaziland

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Dressed in gaily patterned cloths (emahiya) with loinskins and anklets, decorated with feathers and beads. Carrying and knobkerrie and a traditional shield for defence purposes. In early days the army/warriors were needed to suppress any form of rebellion form configured tribes, protect the King and nation from rivals and external attacks. Nowadays they do tasks associated with the incwala ceremony.

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