InDuna
INduna (plural: iziNduna) is a Zulu/Xhosa title meaning "advisor", "great leader", "ambassador", "headman" or "commander" of a group of warriors. It can also mean "spokesperson" or "mediator", as the iziNduna often acted as a bridge between the people and the king. The title was reserved for senior officials appointed by the king or chief and was awarded to individuals held in high esteem for their qualities of leadership, bravery or service to the community. The iziNduna would regularly gather for an indaba to discuss important issues. Amongst the Ndebele the term was also used to collectively refer to  a group of elite soldiers operating under a specific induna. The term has found widespread use in South African English and Afrikaans, and it is a common reference to "boss" or "lead person". In modern times the terms "Chairperson" and "induna" are sometimes used interchangeably. Induna used as name. The word "Induna" is regularly used as a name to indicate something large ("the big one") or important: