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The Influence of Culture on Child Rights Violations in Zimbabwe: a Case Study

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: The article explores child rights violations emanating from harmful cultural practices in Zimbabwe. A qualitative case study research design was used. The targeted population included people considered custodians of the Ndebele culture in the Nkayi district of Zimbabwe. Social workers familiar with Ndebele culture and working in the child protection field within the Nkayi district also participated in the study. In-depth interviews were used to collect data. The data were analysed using Creswell’s thematic analysis. Whilst culture undoubtedly provides some ecological resources for the realisation of child rights, findings highlight harmful cultural practices which violate children’s rights, and these are the focus of this article. Keywords: Child rights, culture, rights violations, social work, Ndebele, Zimbabwe

Source: Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk

DOI: 10.15270/59-3-1141

Authors: Ansley Nonsikelelo Tshugulu, Samuel Lisenga Simbine, Sunungurai Charamba, Noel Garikai Muridzo

Institution: Midlands State University

Language: English

Topic: Children's Rights and Participation

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $185