Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz were in South Africa where they had a traditional Zulu ceremony to bless their unborn child. Alicia's mother and brother were among the 50 who showed up to watch the ceremony. Alicia is currently 5 months pregnant and the couple are due to get married on July 4.
Wearing tribal beads, Alicia and her baby were given Zulu names while standing under a fig tree known as the ‘healing tree’ by locals who believe it brings good fortune and health. ‘Two female priests who practice a mix of Christianity and tribal custom chose new names for her and the unborn child, as a mark of respect. The names were kept between them, but were chosen to reflect Alicia’s character.
‘Alicia had to do a special
dance with drums banging in the background, and was embraced by abused children who she has helped. She was chosen for the ceremony as a thank-you, because she has done a lot to keep children’s lives afloat and for us to afford our support staff.‘Her partner came too – he held her hand and helped her sit down when she needed rest.’
Alicia’s mother and brother were among a crowd of around 50 people who watched her by the tree where Bobbi Bear runs a weekly HIV clinic.
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