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The ordeal of widows and orphans in Bassa society

Introduction Traditional Cameroonian society, and particularly the Bassa tribe, is the scene of painful practices against widows and orphans. Behind the veil of tradition, cruel realities persist, despite evolving attitudes.   Causes: A Distorted Tradition The roots of the problem lie in an abusive interpretation of traditions. Some family members,

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