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Tsonga people eat termites! You might have reacted with a twisted expression of pain or disgust on your face but termites are full of protein, mineral nutrients and vitamins.   While so much has been said about Mopani worms, little if not nothing is known about termites. In 2018, a study by Shandukani Netshifhefhe, a PhD student student at Wits University published in the South African Journal of Science revealed that termites; which contribute significantly to the livelihoods of many rural families in the Vhembe District Municipality of Limpopo are edible insects beneficial to a person’s health.   WHAT ARE TERMITES? Known as majenjhe inRead More →

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Other than termites, there are more animals that may be considered ‘goggas’ by most South Africans but are enjoyed as a delicacy by Tsonga people. There’s no other reason, they are just delicious…and they also contain a few health benefits! Find out what these three animals are below. Frogs Yuck? Come on! We know you wouldn’t react like that if we mentioned you can order them from one of the top ten fine dining restaurants in the world. This is not just any frog, but one that is only available when it rains. This type of frog is called ‘khutla’ or an edible frog. AccordingRead More →