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Umhlanga Reed Dance Day
Traditional reed dance ceremony
Celebration date
September 4
Geographic reach
1 country
Significance
Religious holiday
Annual traditional ceremony where young women gather reeds to present to the Queen Mother
Celebrated in 1 country
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On this day in African history
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