History Lesson:Kabakobwa: death “Island for girls”

Standing by the shores of Lake Kivu, in Rusizi, I get a clear view of a little isolated island. It’s established within the middle of the lake, with barely an island attached to it. Apart from the rich green vegetation at the little island, it seems completely lifeless. I get the feeling that even a fierce wild animal can’t survive there. 
Culturally, women faced harsh penalties for getting pregnant before marriage.
Culturally, women faced harsh penalties for getting pregnant before marriage.
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