Safety of initiate’s top of the agenda at a meeting of initiation forums



Oscar Thomas
28 August 2014

26 representatives from initiation forums across the Western Cape met to discuss the recent initiation season with focus on safety of initiate.

Western Cape MEC of Cultural Affairs and Sports Dr Nomafrench Mbombo said it is important for the department to promote safe initiation through initiation protocol and guidelines. 

Ministerial Spokesperson Siviwe Gwarube said the focus is mainly on initiation safety, protecting the culture and enhancing mutual respect.

“These meeting were organised by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sports in order for us to enhance our relationship with initiation forums Gwarube added.