In South Africa, 41 young men died from circumcision procedures during traditional initiation rites. These practices occur annually in various ethnic groups, but severe health risks persist. Despite ...

Auchi was founded in the 14th Century by a man called Uchi, who left a place called Udo, about 30 kilometres Northwest of Benin City, the Edo State capital. He left with his family due to civil unrest ...

Despite legislation introduced to regulate the process, fatalities continue to be reported every year. South African law ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. "Yaka masks make their appearance ...

"Yaka masks make their appearance only during the lengthy initiation ceremonies that are performed for boys. The initiation (n'khanda) prepares them for social adulthood and is designed to safeguard ...