Southern African Journal for Folklore Studies

Southern African Journal for Folklore Studies publishes original scientific articles pertaining to folklore studies and research. Research articles, theoretical papers, critical reviews and case studies will be considered for publication.

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Vol 28, No 1 (2018)

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Table of Contents

Editorial

Folklorisation in the Current Emerging Global Space: Quo Vadis?
Mogomme A Masoga
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3 pages

Articles

Youth Theory in South Africa: An Indigenous African Perspective Derived from Sepedi Idioms and Proverbs
Mokong Mapadimeng
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13 pages
African Folklore for Critical Self-reflection, Reflective Dialogue, and Resultant Attitudinal and Behaviour Change: University Students’ Experiences
Thabisile Makhosazana Buthelezi, Ayinde Mojeed Agbomeji, Rejoice Gugu Lindiwe Cele
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17 pages
Naming of Children and Meaning of Names among the Akan of Ghana: Defining Identities?
Akwasi Arko-Achemfuor
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14 pages
Non-verbal Communication in Tshivenḓa: A Folklore Analysis
Tondani G Nenungwi, Richard N Madadzhe, Sikheto J Kubayi
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16 pages
Folklore Studies: Lynchpin for Curriculum Transformation?
Moloko Sepota
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13 pages
Interfacing of Folklore as Societal Cultural Capital and Social Welfare: Implications for Practice Initiatives
Jabulani Makhubele, Allan Mabasa, Lobelo D Mogorosi
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16 pages
Endangered Tshivenḓa Names around Ṱhohoyanḓou in Limpopo South Africa
Matodzi Raphalalani, Thomas Sengani
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16 pages
The Relevance of Folklore in an Indigenous Language Teaching and Learning Situation: The Case Study of Sepedi
Mamalatswa W Maruma, Tsebe W Molotja
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11 pages
Indigenous Medical Plants: Of what Value to Primary Health Care in Rural Ghana?
Kofi P. Quan-Baffour
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14 pages
Disseminating Folklore through Cultural Dance in South African Contemporary Theatre: A Case of Siva (Seven) Dance Production
Hulisani Ndou, Janine Lewis
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18 pages
The Sounds of Silence – As Heard through Patriarchy
Hilda Israel
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21 pages
Gender-based Violence against Men: A Muted Reality
Tsoaledi D. Thobejane, Lobelo D. Mogorosi, Ntshengedzeni V. Luthanda
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15 pages
West African Anansesem as Timeless Conversation Pieces: A Gricean Approach
Phyllis Kaburise, Grace Ramachona
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13 pages
“As Slow as a Tortoise, and as Clever as a Hare.” Folktales as Lessons on Democracy, Equal Opportunities, and Human Rights among the Ndebele
Lindiwe Ndlovu, Faith Sibanda
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10 pages