Zulus ; next we come to Fingoes ; then Basutos ; beyond come Matabele, Bechuanas, Pondos, Shangains, Swazis, and other less-known tribes, either grouped or wandering around making friendly calls.
The clothing in the compound is diverse and original. Some of the men are evident dandies, whilst others think that in so hot a climate a bright-coloured handkerchief or " a pair of spectacles and a smile " is as great a compliance with the conventions of civilisation as can be expected.
The natives are not interfered with in their various amusements, always provided they do not make themselves objectionable to their neighbours. They soon learn that tribal animosities are to be left outside the compound. One Sunday afternoon my wife and I walked unattended about the compound, almost the only whites present among 1700 natives. The manners of the fold were so friendly, and their smiles so cordial, that the idea of fear vanished. At 39
