Namibia: Putting Olufuko in Proper Context

interview

New Era journalist Nuusita Ashipala interviewed Nashilongo Ananias - the Chairperson of the Olufuko Committee looking at various aspects of this popular event. In layman's language, what is Olufuko initiation?

"Olufuko is a preparation of girls from childhood to adulthood through Olufuko initiation, whereby girls are toughened and trained on how to take care of themselves."

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