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1	The place and role of women as depicted in proverbs among the Karanga culture of Zaka district in Zimbabwe. Sapiencia, Chisadza 11 1900 (has links) Includes bibliographical references (leaves 116-131) / This study investigates the place of the Shona-Karanga women as reflected in Shona proverbs concerning women. Reviewed literature covers the world, African and Zimbabwean perspectives on women. It discusses and examines changes in the role and status of Shona –Karanga women in the pre-colonial, colonial and post-colonial periods. The study examines men’s attitude towards women, women’s attitude towards themselves and women’s responsibilities in Shona-Karanga communities in relation to Shona proverbs. Proverbial statements discussed were from participants and other sources. Government’s effort in improving the women’s status was examined. The study uses mixed research methods of data generation and presentation. Research findings show that women lost their glory during the colonial period but the blame is levelled against Karanga culture which actually holds women with high esteem. The study established that most participants were ignorant of proverbs concerning women. The research was an eye opener to women about the tremendous potential they have / African Languages / M.A. (African languages) Shona-Karanga women Shona proverbs Role and status of women Power and influence Misconception Western culture African culture Shona communities Families Gender roles Males and females Men 398.9963975 Proverbs, Karanga Proverbs, Shona Women, Shona -- Civil rights Women, Karanga -- Civil rights Shona (African people) -- Kinship Katanga (African people) -- Kinship Women's rights -- Zimbabwe Sex role -- Zimbabwe

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The place and role of women as depicted in proverbs among the Karanga culture of Zaka district in Zimbabwe.