noun
- Plural of induna; a chief or headman in certain African societies, particularly among Zulu and other Bantu peoples.
Usage: Primarily historical and anthropological; refers to traditional leadership roles in southern African cultures
Examples
- The indunas gathered to discuss matters affecting their communities.
- Historically, indunas served as intermediaries between the king and the people.
- The indunas held significant authority over local disputes and resource distribution.
- Colonial administrators often worked through the existing indunas to govern the territories.