Fatoumata Diawara
A Malian musician and activist, known for her advocacy for women’s rights and her use of music as a means of social and political commentary. #malian #musician
Read MoreFattening rooms
A controversial traditional practice in some African communities, which involves the seclusion of young girls and women in special rooms to fatten them up before marriage, often with little or no regard for their health or well-being. #controversial #traditional Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology
Read MoreFemale artists and creatives
A growing movement in many African societies, which seeks to promote and celebrate the work of female artists, musicians, writers, and creatives, and to increase their visibility and recognition. #growing #movement Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreFemale body modification
A practice found in many African societies, which includes scarification, tattooing, and other forms of body modification that are often seen as expressions of cultural identity and beauty. #practice #found Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology
Read MoreFemale circumcision
A controversial practice found in some African communities, particularly in parts of East Africa, in which girls undergo a procedure to remove part or all of their external genitalia. #controversial #practice Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreFemale genital mutilation (FGM)
A controversial traditional practice in many African communities, which involves the removal or alteration of external female genitalia for cultural, religious, or social reasons. #controversial #traditional Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology
Read MoreFemale genital mutilation/cutting
Female genital mutilation/cutting is a traditional practice in many African societies, involving the removal of some or all of a girl’s external genitalia. It is often associated with cultural beliefs about femininity, purity, and marriageability. #traditional #practice Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
Read MoreFemale land ownership
A practice found in some African societies, particularly among the Akan and Ashanti peoples, in which women hold primary ownership and control over land and property. #practice #found Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreFemale political leaders
A growing phenomenon in many African societies, with an increasing number of women being elected to political office and serving in leadership positions at the local, national, and international levels. #growing #phenomenon
Read MoreFihavanana
A concept in Malagasy culture that means “togetherness” or “mutual support”, which emphasizes the importance of community and collective responsibility. #concept #malagasy
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