Female Genital Mutilation In Africa

This book pulls back the curtains of culture and tradition in Africa to reveal the inhuman torture of innocent girls and women in female genital mutilation. Using illustrations from proverbs and stereotypes among the Gikuyu tribe of Kenya, he traces the roots of this practice in a heavily patriarchal African traditional society. He demonstrates that the community of faith must break ranks with cultural practices that inflict extreme torture, abuse, and permanent damage on defenseless girls and women. In seven chapters, the author: Defines female genital mutilation and explains the reasons why it is performed Covers gender relations and traditional roots of the practice Discusses psychological, medical, and sexual consequences Presents a religious intervention and eradication strategy This book is “must” reading for all who are interested in understanding the roots of female genital mutilation. All who believe that this practice is an urgent public health issue must join efforts and speak with one voice to end this slaughter of the innocents.