Widowhood among the Bankons

Discover the traditions and challenges of widowhood rituals among the Bankons in this poignant episode. Supported by the MAM Foundation and The Muntu Institute Foundation, this program explores the complexity and controversies surrounding these traditional practices. Bankon widows undergo a period of seclusion and rigorous hardship, often under the strict supervision of their in-laws. Through moving testimonies, we delve into the cruel and sometimes degrading realities of these rites, while examining the growing calls for their humanisation.
Join us in understanding the many facets of these widowhood rites, their profound symbolism and the efforts to make them more respectful of widows' rights and dignity. An essential look at an evolving tradition.
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