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In many African cultures, the preservation of traditions is viewed as the key to maintaining identity and community ties. However, the pressures of modernity, globalization, and technological advancement are causing some of these traditions to fade away. One such ritual at risk of extinction is the traditional male circumcision ceremony among the Abanyala community in Kakamega County. Our reporter brings us an in-depth look at the struggle to preserve this sacred rite, where centuries-old practices are now contending with the growing influence of hospitals and social media.
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My Culture: Traditional circumcision ceremony among the Abanyala community
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