The Influence of Societal Norms and Patriarchal Structures on Female Solidarity in Blossoms Of The Savannah By Henry Ole Kulet and The River And The Source by Margaret Ogolla.

The Influence of Societal Norms and Patriarchal Structures on Female Solidarity in Blossoms Of The Savannah By Henry Ole Kulet and The River And The Source by Margaret Ogolla.

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Vivian Jeptum, , Dr. Margaret Njoki Mwihia

Patriarchal, Women, Solidarity, Societal, Norms, Empowerment

Patriarchal systems, prevalent in both global and African societies, establish male dominance over social, economic, and political spheres. As societies developed, these gender roles became more fixed. Men were seen as the leaders in the community, making important decisions and participating in public life, while women were confined to domestic chores, taking care of the family and the home. Harmful practices like child marriage and female genital mutilation (FGM) persist within patriarchal contexts, further deepening the plight of women. However, amidst these challenges, women have come together in solidarity, supporting one another emotionally, socially, and politically. Societal and patriarchal influence remains to be a key factor towards achieving this goal. This study looks into how the societal norms and patriarchal structure promote or deter women solidarity in the society. The research was guided by feminist theory, the third wave. Being a qualitative study, descriptive research design was employed so as to describe the phenomenon of patriarchy in the wake of women solidarity. Purposive sampling was used to select two literary texts; Blossoms of the Savannah by Henry Ole Kulet and The River and the Source by Margaret Ogolla. The researcher conducted an intensive reading to identify excerpts which relate to the study’s objectives, and which later underwent thematic analyses. The findings indicate that despite their resilience and mutual support, societal expectations perpetuate divisions among women, highlighting the ongoing struggle against patriarchal structures that undermine female solidarity and individual agency. Their resilience not only supports individual empowerment but also fosters a community ethos that values women’s agency and leadership, and forges a path towards greater autonomy and gender equality within their community.

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"The Influence of Societal Norms and Patriarchal Structures on Female Solidarity in Blossoms Of The Savannah By Henry Ole Kulet and The River And The Source by Margaret Ogolla.", IJNRD - INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (www.IJNRD.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 8, page no.b161-b167, August-2024, Available :https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2408111.pdf

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