There are eight steps of the Chewa Marriage process. Step 1: “Kufunsira mbeta” –Marriage proposal Step 2: “Malonje” (Initial meeting of uncles from the man and woman’s family). Step 3: “Chikamwini” – (Informing the parents) Step 4: Feedback meeting the …
Key roles explained ‘Mtsibweni’ or Malume Azakhali Ankhoswes (mediators) ‘Mtsibweni’ or Malume Who is ‘Mtsibweni’ or Malume? ‘Mtsibweni’ or malume is responsible for providing advice and counseling, providing the needs to the boy as well as monitoring his growth throughout the marriage process. What is ‘Mtsibweni’ or Malume’s role? Among …
Pregnancy among the Chewa Once the woman is pregnant, the Chewa people immediately inform the village head. Informing the village head helps him to respond positively when the family faces challenges in the course of the pregnancy. However, it is …
MANNERS AND PROTOCOLS Among the Chewa, there is evident interdependence in the community. This way of life explains the notion of sharing among people of the same community and households. The Chewa have many proverbs that promote dependence on fellow …
Chewa Dining and Hosting Malawi is widely regarded as the “Warm Heart of Africa,” where locals convey friendliness. This friendliness is a sign of hospitality by the Chewa towards guests in their communities. It is common among the Chewa for …
Death and funeral ceremonies among the Chewa Among the Chewa, death is something they never get used to despite being there for so many years. In the past, when death involving people within the age range of 5-65 years occurred, there …
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