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Bhaca people
The Bhaca people or amaBhaca are an ethnic group in South Africa, mainly found in the small towns of the former Transkei homeland, Mount Frere and Umzimkhulu, and surrounding areas (a region that the amaBhaca call ''kwaBhaca'', or "place of the Bhaca").
== History of the amaBhaca ==
It is argued that the amaBhaca name originates from the Nguni word ''ukubhaca'', meaning to flee. This argument is also supported by the popular belief that the amaBhaca name stems from the flight of the amaBhaca during the Mfecane. It was during the Mfecane that the amaBhaca, led by King Madzikane came to settle an area bordering the present day Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal regions. However, it must also be noted that among the amaBhaca, the word ''ukubhaca'' also refers to the ritual scarring of the face known as ''ukuchaza'', a complex rite that is sometimes performed for healing purposes.
The amaBhaca speak ''isiBhaca'', which is closely related to the Swati language. IsiBhaca is also strongly influenced by the Xhosa and Zulu languages. While the amaBhaca are often considered to be part of the more populous Xhosa people, they maintain an independent kingdom and distinct culture.
The Kingdom of Bhacas is currently being revived by the house of King Ncapayi, Inkosi Madzikane II Thandisizwe Diko.
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