Kwanjula is the most important celebration of the Buganda marriage ceremony. Among the Buganda “kwanjula” (introduction) ceremony takes place when an intending husband to be is introduced to the future in-laws and the community at large. The ceremony is taken as the official marriage and after the suitor is accepted, he can take his bride home with him as a wife.
The preparations for “Kwanjula” are usually a tedious and tiring process financially, physically and mentality. But at the same time it is the most memorable event for the couple and community.
Like many other culture when it comes to marriage the whole family and the friends are involved. The “Kwanjula” ceremony involves many parties like the paternal “Ssenga” (Aunt) and spokesperson who have a vital role to play on the occasion. Before the grand celebration of the marriage ceremony, the “husband to be” has to visit the paternal auntie of the girl, the one she has chosen to act as Ssenga. Ssenga plays a significant role in the Buganda marriage ceremony. Her role is respected and many baganda women yearn to perform the same. Ssenga is vital in educating and teaching the bride to be her roles and responsibilities as a wife.
21 авг 2024
