Yao Frequently Asked Questions Key roles explained Who is a namangoswe? He or she is a counselor and mediator throughout the marriage process and life. They usually work in pairs and are referred to as acinamangoswe (intermediaries). Who …
Yao Marriage Practices Kuonegana kwa acinamangoswe (first meeting of intermediaries) What is involved? literally nothing in terms of gifting or payments Who is involved? Ŵalume (groom-to-be) Ŵakongwe (bride-to-be) Acinamangoswe ŵakucilume (man’s intermediaries) Acinamangoswe ŵakucikongwe (woman’s intermediaries) What …