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BY Fredrick Ngugi, 6:00am June 03, 2016,

Africa’s Most Bizarre Traditions

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by Fredrick Ngugi, 6:00am June 03, 2016,

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Bridegroom Whipping

The Fulani people in Nigeria practice a tradition, where a bridegroom is whipped by community elders just to prove he is man enough. The bridegroom must bear the pain…or the wedding is called off. Unfortunately, many young men have died while undergoing this ritual.

Last Edited by:Deidre Gantt Updated: June 3, 2016

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