Manzini, Swaziland
Just outside of the town is a small farm with a pond where reeds grow rampant, is where this Road Block takes place.
Just outside of the town is a small farm with a pond where reeds grow rampant, is where this Road Block takes place.
The Challenge:
Here one of the team must "compete" in the Umhlanga Reed Dance ceremony. If a female is on the team, she must be the contestant. After cutting enough reed to fill a medium-sized sack, the contestant must then travel all the way to Mbabane to give it to the Queen. Upon giving it to the Queen, the competitor must then return to Manzini where the teammate awaits. After arriving back in the town. Both team members must consult with the town elders. If there sacrifice was enough, they are then able to continue to the check in. The team must repeat until the elders allow them to move on. |
The Check-In:
In Mbabane, there is an art gallery known as the Indingilizi Art Gallery. Inside you will find a painting of a traditional hut. This is where you will receive instruction on your next challenge, as well as your place in the race.
In Mbabane, there is an art gallery known as the Indingilizi Art Gallery. Inside you will find a painting of a traditional hut. This is where you will receive instruction on your next challenge, as well as your place in the race.