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Heart and Soul: The dead are not dead

The Documentary Podcast

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Navigating Nkumbi: Traditions and Tensions

This chapter explores the Nkumbi ritual in Ugandan culture, emphasizing its role in spiritual ties and gender expectations following a partner's death. Personal narratives reveal the emotional weight of these customs and their impact on modern relationships, especially for women navigating urban life. The discussion also reflects on the balance between cultural preservation and the need for reform in the context of women's rights and equality.

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