​State the importance of bridewealth in traditional African communities

cre questions with answers
  1. In traditional African communities, bride’s wealth is given as a sign of commitment by the groom.
  2. It is a way of thanking/appreciating the bride’s family for taking good care of the girl.
  3. Bridewealth acts as an outward seal of the marriage contract/cements the marriage.
  4. It is a form of compensation to the bride’s parents/family for the loss of the girl’s services.
  5. Giving bridewealth is evidence of the groom’s ability to take care of a wife/family.
  6. Bridewealth initiates a long-lasting friendship between the two families