The Notion of Manhood Embedment in the Practice of Traditional Male Circumcision in Ngove Village, Limpopo, South Africa

Siweya, Tryphosa; Sodi, Tholene; Douglas, Mbuyiselo

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“…The notion of traditional circumcision has been found to contribute to the problem of patriarchal domination that affects women ( Kangethe and Nomngcoyiya, 2016 ; Siweya et al., 2018 ). For example, a qualitative study conducted by De Wet et al (2016) on the behaviour of male learners who underwent traditional initiation schooling find that high school male leaners who have gone through traditional initiation demonstrate dominance and sexist attitudes towards their female teachers whom they perceive inferior because of their status as women.…”

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Understanding domestic violence: masculinity, culture, traditions

Mshweshwe

2020

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Domestic violence in South Africa is a consequence of the complex interplay of patriarchy, culture, and the negative masculine construct. The patriarchal cultural beliefs and traditions that emphasise on male assertiveness and domination of women influence the constructions of masculinity and reinforce domestic violence. The goal of this article was to highlight a relationship between culture, constructions of masculinity, and domestic violence in South Africa. Through adopting an African feminist lens, this paper unpacks how structures of patriarchy manifest in the traditional African context in which many men in South Africa construct and perform their masculinity and the embodied meaning attached to it. The paper argues that gender hierarchy and normative masculine and feminine roles prevalent in most South African cultures have implications for domestic violence. It argues that the inflexible gender hierarchy, which is enforced through culture and the dominant position of men in the home influence domestic violence. The article concludes that attempts to address domestic violence in South Africa must focus on changing patriarchal cultural norms and promote peaceful masculinity.

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Understanding domestic violence: masculinity, culture, traditions

Mshweshwe

2020

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“…Considerably, the condition appears to impact negatively on a majority of the affected men’s virility ( Achempim-Ansong & Donkor, 2012 ; Kerklaan et al, 2020 ; Lin et al, 2005 ; Reid et al, 2016 ). Loss of virility taken together with failure to be a provider diminish affected men’s sense of manhood, therefore, triggering an existential crisis ( Bailey et al, 2018 ; Douglas & Maluleke, 2018 ; Khunou, 2013 ; Siweya et al, 2018 ).…”

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The Voices of Black South African Men on Renal Dialysis at a Tertiary Hospital: A Phenomenological Inquiry

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The study explored the psychosocial experiences of rural black South African men undergoing renal dialysis in a tertiary hospital. Twenty men aged between 20 and 59 years ( Meanage = 40.65 yrs; SD = 12.52) participated in the study. Participants were recruited purposefully. Data were collected over a period of 4 months through in-depth face-to-face interviews and analyzed using the Interpretative Phenomenological Analytical method. The following three key themes were extracted from the interviews: (a) the emotional pain and fear of death following a diagnosis of ESRD; (b) living on dialysis interferes with the management and handling of “manly” responsibilities and duties and, (c) dialysis as a challenging yet life-saving measure. The findings further suggest that renal dialysis has an impact on men’s sense of masculinity and has the potential to complicate the management of renal failure. The paper concludes by recommending that cultural and community factors be taken into account when considering interventions to manage the health of men living with renal conditions.

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“…Circumcision is practiced in many cultures around the world for ritual, religious, and medical purposes (including HIV prevention). Other purposes for TMC include the preparation of boys for warfare and for improving masculine virility (Siweya et al, 2018).…”

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“…The decision to do so is “influenced by social structures which promote TMC as the best acceptable practice” and, thus, young men opt for it ( Douglas & Hongoro, 2018 : 64). Limited research on TMC in Limpopo is a challenge ( Sedibe, 2019 ; Siweya et al, 2018 ). The present study addresses this gap using the case study of Simon, a young Black man aged 25 who underwent TMC as a 12-year-old adolescent in a rural village in Limpopo.…”

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Changing Cultural Practices: A Case Study of Male Circumcision in South Africa

2020

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This article presents a case study of Simon, a 25-year old Black South African male. According to his Pedi customs, Simon underwent traditional male circumcision (TMC) as a 12-year-old adolescent. He tells of his fears relative to this experience and how, over time, he transitioned from a belief in TMC to a strong preference for medical male circumcision (MMC). Using a single-case study design, the aim of the research was to explore the value of the exercise of choice in TMC, which may influence cultural perceptions of gender and masculinity. The study unpacks the way in which the meaning and experience of TMC is shaped by the social and cultural contexts of South Africa. This qualitative exploration complements conventional medical accounts of circumcision, which are often focused on the medical procedure while ignoring cultural and social factors. Issues of gender, particularly the construction of hegemonic masculinity and how it positions men, women, and young boys in relation to each other and their communities, are discussed. Simon’s case study provides new insights and perspectives on personally and culturally sensitive issues which are not easily accessed nor commonly understood. Data collected via in-depth interviews were transcribed and analyzed thematically. Analysis applied information from the literature and key concepts from the theoretical standpoint of social constructivism. Case study analysis allowed space for unexpected, emergent themes to arise from the data. Four main themes were identified, notably language, silence, patriarchy, and masculinity.

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The Notion of Manhood Embedment in the Practice of Traditional Male Circumcision in Ngove Village, Limpopo, South Africa

Cited by 19 publications

References 7 publications

Understanding domestic violence: masculinity, culture, traditions

Understanding domestic violence: masculinity, culture, traditions

The Voices of Black South African Men on Renal Dialysis at a Tertiary Hospital: A Phenomenological Inquiry

Changing Cultural Practices: A Case Study of Male Circumcision in South Africa

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