The Gorwaa people, also known as the Gorowa or Gweno, are an indigenous Cushitic ethnic group residing primarily in the northern regions of Tanzania, particularly in the Arusha and Manyara regions. They traditionally practiced agriculture, livestock herding, and trade. Their cultural traditions, including music, dance, and unique oral literature, reflect their history, beliefs, and social organization. Here’s a brief overview of the Gorwaa people. Family Structure Traditionally, the Gorowa people are of patrilineal descent. Children born in a marriage follow their father’s clan and kinship. Males are heads of the family in that the father or eldest sons have the power to control a household. Gorwaa Clans The Gorwaa recognized several clans associated with a particular function in society. The clans included; Qooloo Harna’aa clan (paramount chief, wawitumo) Haryaambi clan Gilawee clan Gaytu clan Sumaye clan Har’iwaay clan Harahama clan Harsule clan Totems Clans among the Gorowa ha
Image of Sarah Baartman. Photo/ Courtesy Saartjie Baartman, also known as Sara, endured a tragic fate as one of the earliest documented victims of human sexual trafficking. European spectators cruelly dubbed her the "Hottentot Venus," subjecting her to relentless public scrutiny and exploitation throughout her youth. This degrading experience only fueled the already deep-seated, derogatory fascination Europeans held towards African women's bodies. Born in 1789 along the Gamtoos River, now part of South Africa's Eastern Cape, Baartman belonged to the Gonaquasub group of the Khoikhoi people. Raised on a colonial farm, likely working as servants, her childhood was marred by tragedy with the loss of both parents at a tender age. Married in her teenage years to a Khoikhoi drummer, Baartman endured further sorrow with the death of their infant child and the murder of her husband by Dutch colonists. Read Also: The Sandawe Tribe of Tanzania The Hadzabe Tribe of Tanzania