Men Over 40 Saved from the Shame of Initiation

For men like Thabo Makuli, this opportunity is especially poignant. Having been deprived of his own initiation due to personal hardships, including the loss of his father and subsequent struggles with crime, Thabo now has a chance to go through the ceremony alongside his son, breaking the generational cycle of missed initiation.

Initiation rites are not just cultural milestones; they represent a deep connection to tradition, manhood, and community. For these men, the chance to undertake this journey, even later in life, offers a chance for healing and reintegration. The support provided by Somagwaza is invaluable, helping them reclaim something that was taken from them under difficult circumstances.

This initiative shows how important it is to give people opportunities for growth, healing, and transformation, no matter their age or past.

 This is a compelling tale of regaining lost rites of passage and second chances. Men who missed traditional initiation rites now have the opportunity to participate in this important cultural event later in life through the Somagwaza Institute, which helps them regain their sense of identity and dignity. This is a particularly painful chance for men like Thabo Makuli. 

Thabo now has the opportunity to participate in the ritual with his kid, ending the generational cycle of missed initiation, after having been denied his own initiation because of personal challenges, such as the death of his father and subsequent battles with crime. Not only are initiation rituals significant cultural events, but they also symbolize a strong bond with custom, masculinity, and community. For these men, the opportunity to do this