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Rain Goddess in Africa Turns to New York Dilemma
A column blends folklore and current weather fears, recounting the Rain Goddess Modjadje IIx and her lineage in the Lovedu, linking Africa’s rainmaking legends to New York’s parched forecasts. The piece notes royal rituals and warns of drought if rains fail. It also mentions a safety incident when two boys find a loaded pistol and hand it to a market manager, who reports it to police.
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Modjadje III
Rider Haggard
Ayesha
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Modjadje IV
Jan Smuts
Modjadje II
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