01:57 O2LT. African female initiation ceremonies are rites of passage for girls entering womanhood, and are usually a public annoucement of the girl's eligibility for marriage. Of these various ceremonies, the initiation ceremonies are of interest to this research because they represent the peak of traditional teaching for the female child and could affect negatively on the education of the girl (Rasing, 2001; Chondoka, 2001). initiation ceremonies were held when a males and females reached puberty. Africans have very comprehensively beautiful cultures which the forsake themselves. So when their wife does not live up to that, they end up having affairs., That is one of the main risks of not going through initiation, says Florence Mutambo, one of the experienced banacimbusa who are teaching me. All rights reserved. Due to Westernisation . Concerned about the increase in school drop outs among a care giver to her family. possibly in perpetuity, this same principle is antagonistic to development, which by simple definition demands She feels most Zambian men want a woman who is initiated. They need to teach women things like this in America. Although rituals of women's initiation resemble in numerous ways those celebrated for men, there are also highly significant differences that reflect the biological and more importantly the social distinctions between men and women. I support young girls grounded in the home for 3 months after. numerous identity tags held dear by that group. They want to know how sex feels after pulling. In short, this For most traditions in Zambia, this meant when a girl came of. Moreover its not just the people in the villages that need morals and responsibility but even those that are in urban areas and that is why it is important that the initiation ceremonies for young men and women are revived, she said. Dr Richards observed the entire chisungu or female initiation rite, an almost continuous series of complex ceremonies lasting for a month. Emphasis from women was on teaching a girl the culturally expected way of life including behaviours, dress, respect towards elders, attitude, gender roles and mores. CEREMONY DISTRICT CHIEF TRIBE MONTH Ikubi Lya Loongo: Mumbwa: Senior Chief Shakumbila: Sala: July Kulamba Kubwalo: Chibombo: Senior chief Mukuni: Lenje: October Musaka Jikubi: Mumbwa: Chiefs Mumba & Kaindu: Kaonde: September Ikubi Lya Malumbe-Munyama: Mumbwa: Chief Chibuluma: Kaonde Ila: October Ichibwela Mushi: Mkushi: Bisa/Swaka/Lala Chiefs . Birth, marriage and death are typically marked by special ceremonies. INITIATION CEREMONIES WILL BRING BACK MORAL VALUES WOMEN, CARELESS WASTE DISPOSAL ALARMS MATERO RESIDENTS, EFFECTIVE KANYAMA CHOLERA RESPONSE CHEERS VICTIMS, Harrington disagrees with possibility of national airline, Treat unemployment as a matter of urgency. Before I came here, I would not have believed it was possible for women of different generations to freely share such intimate knowledge on this level. Which dance is performed at initiation ceremonies in Zambia? After paying the entrance fee of 2,000 Zambian kwacha, less than half a dollar, I walked into the small, dark living room. Today we see young men and women misbehaving anyhow, their dressing is indecsent, they are involved in immoral activities on a daily basis and not having initiation ceremonies to teach them how they are supposed to conduct themselves in society is one of the major contributors to the bad behaviour in our young men and women today, Ms Kaluba said. March. Its a pity how women are chewing their own words. . THERE is need to intensify female initiation ceremonies if Zambian culture is to be upheld in the face of decaying moral values in Zambia. The Chinsungu is one of the most important ceremony for the Bemba. This event celebrates the beginning of their path from adolescence to manhood. Cutting this, or pulling that never improved anyones health, Initiation ceremonies literally teaches UNDERAGED girls how to grind their waist and moan in bed. In a village nestled between Limpopo and Mpumalanga, girls as young as seven embark on a six-week secret rite of passage to prepare them for their journey into womanhood. Pioneering the study of women's rituals and challenging the prevailing theory that rites of passage served merely to transfer individuals from one status to . Copyright 2022 IPS-Inter Press Service. Hopefully politician types get stuck in quick sand along the way. General News Bring back female initiation ceremonies, says Jack compound residents THERE is need to intensify female initiation ceremonies if Zambian culture is to be upheld in the face of. While there have been a number of descriptions and interpretations of boys' initiation rituals, Audrey Richards's classic study of initiation rites among the Bemba remains one of the few studies to deal in detail with the initiation of girls into adult life.Dr Richards observed the entire chisungu or female initiation rite, an almost continuous series of complex ceremonies lasting for a month. Submit Journal for Impact Factor Evaluation. Publishers named above each report are responsible for their own content, which AllAfrica does not have the legal right to edit or correct. Hansen (1997) [7], based his study on keeping the House in Lusaka and Maambo (2008) [10] conducted a study on the effects of the Nkolola initiation ceremony on women in southern . An analysis of the project's results found a reduction in female circumcision cases: in Fulladu District, 412 girls were circumcised in initiation ceremonies in 1996 which fell to 190 girls in 1997. I cant help but note the misunderstanding of African culture which actually led to its being destroyed by European culture. Nearly all African cultures hold that the infant has come from the spirit world with important information from that world, and is bringing unique talents and gifts to . The so called INITIATION ceremonies only cause the girls to become prostitutes!!!!!!!!!!!!! Note: Citations are based on reference standards. AllAfrica publishes around 600 reports a day from more than 100 news organizations and over 500 other institutions and individuals, representing a diversity of positions on every topic. THERE is need to intensify female initiation ceremonies if Zambian culture is to be upheld in the face of decaying moral values in Zambia. past and striving to make things better for the future. About 15 years ago. Sociology. Im so amazed. The new library at Chipeptwete is seeing around 40 children and teachers using it each day after school. She said that initiation ceremonies play a significant role in raising responsible young men and women. Credit: Jorrit Meulenbeek/INSP. Iam taking all my 3 daughters to initiation school. Girls Initiation Ceremonies in Zambia: Reflections on their Role in Girl Child Educational Advancement. Richards observed the entire chisungu or female initiation rite, an almost continuous series of complex ceremonies lasting for a month. It was cramped with women of different ages, from old senior teachers to recently married matrons, and of course a handful of fellow students. Women's initiation in Zambia: learning the art of dancing in bed. train a girl child to perceive herself as dependent on other people, in particular men; and not as a full package If you are Christians an insult to your God who supposedly made you perfect. 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She added that initiation ceremonies worked well in the old days and could still work out well even in the modern world. other countries dont teach this rubbish but they have survived and done well in the global society. [15], an initiative of Forum for African Women Educationist of Zambia (FAWEZA), was one . Girls' initiation ceremonies have favorably been observed among Zambian rural communities and seemingly considered to be major obstacle to the advancement of rural girls' education. This is beautiful. This is why we offer the book . The chapters on masculine and feminine initiation provide new and creative concepts and practical possibilities for each of us. His argument and concern was the erosion of Zambias cultural values. The rural girls have danger too, walking to water, and meeting rapists and wild animals. While there have been a number of descriptions and interpretations of boys' initiation rituals, Audrey Richards' classic study of initiation rites among the Bemba remains one of the few studies to deal in detail with the initiation of girls into adult life.Dr. They said it was important that young people were educated in Zambian traditions, culture and customs so that they grew up as responsible citizens. Kazanga Tribal Ceremony-Kathanga Nkoya Cultural CeremonyJune 30 - July 1, 2008, July 19th, 2009. Interpretation of female initiation Page 44/110 Looking back, even though my leg muscles tell a different story, I would never want to have missed this. Zambia) Christine Phiri Mushibwe 2014-02-01 Cultural traditions do adversely affect the education of many people in the world. This means absolute lack of confidence and inferiority complex among African (men alike). Of late in most . Ms Mpundu Chilufya also of Jack compound said the youth of nowadays have no sense of responsibility because they do not know how to differential between right and wrong. Powered by WordPress. by Mateyo 24th October 2011, 17:56. Seriously some young ladies educated Western way are exhibiting a copy cat behaviour of Western females in poor areas. Inculcating respect for elders pays an important role in the initiation process. I would only add that Zambian men should also be forced to do male initiation ceremonies.you know like.sending them off in the forest without a campus and weapons. The specific requirements or preferences of your reviewing publisher, classroom teacher, institution or organization should be applied. Sex is the taught during counseling for marriage!I believe it is a good culture to keep!! Women's Initiation in Zambia: Dancing in Bed. A small study (Kalunde, 1992) conducted among a sample of female Uni versity of Zambia students aged between 19 and 28 years revealed that 62 percent approved of the ceremony and more than 88 percent said they would adhere to the teachings given during the initiation ceremony. In the corner two ladies were seated, holding large drums. Chisungu: A Girl's Initiation Ceremony Among the Bemba of Zambia (Routledge Classics) 1st Edition by Audrey Richards (Author) 5 ratings Paperback $5.82 - $58.95 17 Used from $1.84 5 New from $53.02 1 Collectible from $25.00 There is a newer edition of this item: culture and traditions are powerful symbols of human identity. Not many Zambian tribes practice it, but I know in some parts of northern Eastern province, they did when I was in the area. I ve been abroad for 8 years and down here I ve found that theres no woman who can beat a Zambian in bed. But, when they travel overseas and sees white people copying the same things they, But, when they travel overseas and sees white people copying the same things they start re-copying the same things. You can subscribe by visiting our subscription page. The three month ritual is rarely talked about in Zambia, and all girls who undergo the initiation rite are sworn to secrecy about their experience. Leave us to practice our culture and stay with your carbon copy European culture. Culture is a moral principal upon which a society stand. Girls' initiation ceremonies are an important aspect of the Zambian culture and traditions, and culture and traditions are powerful symbols of human identity. An interesting element of Bemba culture is their marriage ceremonies and structure. The balck woman not pink: There is nothing legal about Northern Rhodesia, Ba monica mwanza: SAMPA YOU ARE FINISHED GO BACK TO PF PLEASE SWALLO Ruth: The CBUAU must be disbanded. Just silly culture.. In Zambia, the Lunda people refer to the . Initiation ceremonies are very important not just in the villages but also in urban areas because they stand to benefit a lot of people. As simple as going back to basics, minus the (religious?) Ms. Mambwe said the behaviour of young people depended on how they have been brought up in their homes and it was not right to conclude that lack of parental training was responsible for their actions. For most traditions in Zambia, this meant when a girl came of age which usually happened during her adolescent years, she would be handed over to a traditional counselor in order to be initiated into womanhood. No, no, youre doing a Shakira, they said when I would still be shaking too many other parts. Bana chimbusas are all prostitutes. The role of initiation ceremonies as channels of sex education is . It is so shrouded in . Except for ones like female genital mutilation. The main tribes in Zambia are Bemba, Nagoni, Lozi, Chewa, Chokwe, Lunda, Luvale, Tonga, and Tumbuka. But some women have charged that times have changed and there was no need for young people to undergo ceremonies when they could just be taught for a few hours. HISTORICALLY, initiation ceremonies that entail the rites of passage of girls into womanhood were largely associated with marriage. Girls initiation ceremonies are an important aspect of the Zambian culture and traditions, and Ms. Kaluba said that people were now losing touch with tradition in the name of the so-called civilisation where tradition was ignored. Most Zambians have joking relations with other tribes; the relationships go back many years. concerned about increased mine accidents. The responsible old men and women we see today are a product of initiation ceremonies, when young men and women were taught a lot of things that not only benefit them but their societies as well where they come from, she said. Female initiation rites are linked to gender relations. should aspire to achieve the best and reach her full potential in that society. The Sikenge ceremony is typical to the Western province region of Zambia. Keywords: Girls initiation ceremonies, culture, traditions, identity, early marriages, child rights, Zambia. The majority of Zambians are Christians with 75.3% of the population adhering to the various Protestant denominations. It had just one window and the furniture had been shifted to the side. Thanks @ Zambian Woman who went through initiation,in fact in some Zambian cultures a girl when she reaches puberty at the first menses she is isolated and then taught how to look after herself at such particular times,how stay clean and healthy. It is also practised in parts of Copperbelt and Lusaka Provinces, by both men and women. On the other hand, men's emphasis in their Please try again later. The study found that these practices Miss Angela also states that early marriages and teen pregnancies are also as a result of the fading of the ceremony which was once considered important in the Zambian society. abide by these norms and traditions. Which dance is only performed by females in Zambia? But some women have charged that times have changed and there was no need for young people to undergo ceremonies when they could just be taught for a few hours. Take for instance tattoos, hair-plaiting in different patterns, food, dressing (but, not complexion changing), including the cultural part of sex and love-making, etc. The girls are not taught how to be promiscuous-No African culture is that stupid otherwise we wouldnt be alive. They want young men and women to be responsible so FEMALE initiation ceremonies must be revived. In the Zambian tradition of 'chinamwali', older women instruct the younger how to cook, clean and, intriguingly, how to have sex.. Kashu. The responsible old men and women we see today are a product of initiation ceremonies, when young men and women were taught a lot of things that not only benefit them but their societies as well where they come from, she said. Every girl around her age in her southern Malawi village would attend the rite of. Traditional ceremonies are one of the best glimpses into Zambian culture. Ms. Mambwe said the behaviour of young people depended on how they have been brought up in their homes and it was not right to conclude that lack of parental training was responsible for their actions. Published 25 June 1982. African stop eating their organic natural and healthy foods and eat fish and chips. . Initiation ceremonies generally take place when a girl reaches the age of twelve to fifteen years old. For example, a Bemba may throw verbal abuses to a Nyanja, but this is done in jest for the most part. Yoruba initiation ceremonies. I think many Zambian initiation ceremonies and traditions have some good value. Sign in for full access to article. Girls Initiation Ceremony Among The Bemba Of Zambiacreate and maintain - or transform - a society's cultural identity and social relations. Indian classical dances such asRead More Women said he was too backward. Violence against Women This has been in existence in Zambia for a long time and it continues to be the social norm in many Zambian societies. In some cases disappointed husbands even end up sending their wives back to be taught more, one of the worst possible embarrassments for the family. These rites are examined in the context of socio-economic changes. If they come out the other end after fighting Lions, etc. HISTORICALLY, initiation ceremonies that entail the rites of passage of girls into womanhood were largely associated with marriage. Her detailed description of the elements of the ritual, and her analysis of it in terms of the culture of matrilineal society, have made this a classic ethnographic and theoretical text. Most of the posts above wrongly presume that initiation ceremonies are about SEX and SEX only. The so called ceremonies only cause the girls to become prostitutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! African female initiation ceremonies are rites of passage for girls entering womanhood, and are usually a public annoucement of the girl's eligibility for marriage. The feeling between their ntwenokane is always NYELE YEKA YEKA even when they walk, work, or just sitting the feeling is always there one lousy husband cannot handle all the NYENGALING alone!! raising the voices of the South and civil society on issues of development, globalisation, human rights and the environment I was very young when once upon a time a certain minister called Mr Chibanda, on telly or some other media (but,definitely tv- I stand to be corrected) was trying to propagate and encourage every Zambian about girl initiation ceremony. attributed only to that particular group of people. It is common for initiates, including Bantwane boys, to cast their eyes down as a mark of deference. To cut the story short, it was women themselves who lambasted Mr Chibanda (I hope the man is still living) he was almost getting fired from UNIP and Its Government. making improvements to the past and present. To address comments or complaints, please Contact us. 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