Thokozani the Eland

About this episode

The story of Thokozani the Eland, an antelope with magic powers who seeks to communicate with villagers during a crisis.

In this story from South Africa, we meet Thokozani the Eland, a type of antelope who has magic powers to shape-shift into a human. When a series of fires sweeps through his area putting the animals at risk, Thokozani is chosen to talk to the villagers. Will they listen to him? Listen to Nokugcina Mhlophe tell this moving story and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Guest: Nokugcina Mhlophe

Topics covered

• magic powers
• shape-shifting
• animal stories
• community
• fire safety

Keywords

• Thokozani
• Eland
• South Africa
• shape-shift
• fires
• animals
• villagers
• storytelling

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Thokozani the Eland

Places: South Africa

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