Nongqawuse’s disastrous false prophecy.

The article focuses on the false prophecy of Nongqawuse a Xhosa girl in the 19th century who claimed that the Xhosa people should sacrifice their cattle and grain to bring about the resurrection of their ancestors and the defeat of the white settlers. Topics include the origin and spread of the prophecy, the devastating consequences of the failed prophecy including famine and death, and the aftermath of the event including the arrest and release of Nongqawuse.