KHAYA MEANS
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the south african Ndeble are world famous for
the artistry of their decor
In most languages of sub-Saharan Africa, Ma'Khaya means "our home"... and
more than that.
The saying goes that "An Englishman's home is his castle". In traditional
African societies this goes further and extends to an enormous "family" that
may comprise simply persons of similar surname or belonging to the same
area.
The house may be built of wattle-and-daub (Adobe) or sun-baked brick (even
Pharaoh's palaces), woven reeds or saplings but modern architects have noted
the ergonomic sense that they make.
Building, extending and rebuilding is a family and community affair.
When it's all done, the house provides:safety, identity, belonging, friendship
and community roots
Ma'Khaya follows this tradition wholeheartedly in what it offers
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