Husbands on the role of uMakoti in the family (with Musa Mseleku and Pastor Lwazi Dekeda) - Part 1

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The role of uMakoti in the family can be a contentious one as African tradition and modernity collide. In previous episodes, we spoke to Okoti from all walks of life who told us about their experiences. In this episode, we bring in the husbands.
Host, Siya Tsewu speaks to popular traditionalist and polygamist Musa Mseleku and Pastor Lwazi Dekeda about what they believe the role of uMakoti is and how they treat their own wives in this context.

1 Oct 2021 English South Africa Society & Culture · Arts

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