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Does Malawi have a Culture? -HOW SHOULD MALAWI SUSTAINABLY PRESERVE THE COUNTRY’S CULTURAL HERITAGE?

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                                        Culture encompasses the people's way of life, beliefs, arts, and philosophy, all of which are crucial for the development of civilization and the human society. Malawi, as a country, possesses a rich cultural heritage that endures to this day. However, certain cultural practices, like Kusasa fumbi or sexual cleansing, have diminished due to the impact of HIV/AIDS. Despite this, we still uphold various other customs, such as initiation ceremonies, storytelling traditions, traditional dances, ululation during weddings, and communal activities like attending funerals and weddings as a whole village. Preserving these customs is of utmost importance for future generations to embrace and be proud of their cultural identity. To achieve this, we can act as cultural ambassadors, practicing these traditions daily, documenting them in books, organizing significant cultural events, and incorporating them into official education systems. Initiation ceremo