Initiation

71-year-old man among victims dragged to initiation school by force — traditional healer arrested

Polokwane – Limpopo police have arrested three men, including a traditional healer, in connection with a string of violent... Read more

15 Jul

Initiation season in SA: why state regulation clashes with customary laws

Anthony Diala, University of the Western Cape It’s nearly winter in South Africa, which means the opening of winter... Read more

30 May

Eastern Cape initiation deaths rises to 20 as authorities seek answers

Cape Town — Families in the Eastern Cape have been struck with tragedy as up to 20 initiates have... Read more

21 Dec, 2024

WATCH | Ramaphosa takes a stand against initiate deaths

Cape Town – President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday addressed traditional leaders at the opening of the National House of... Read more

23 Feb, 2024

3 held for kidnapping at least 40 boys to join illegal initiation school

Cape Town – Three men were arrested on Thursday in the North West province for kidnapping boys and forcing... Read more

1 Jul, 2023