Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, a historically African American Greek-lettered organization, likely during a celebratory or ceremonial event. In Greek life, including Black Greek Letter Organizations (BGLOs) like Zeta Phi Beta, paddles are significant symbols of sisterhood and brotherhood. They are traditionally decorated and exchanged during events like initiations or to honor members. While historically, paddles have been associated with hazing in some contexts, sororities and fraterniti

13 reactions | Across Africa, many cultures mark the transition from boyhood to manhood with initiation rituals. In South Africa, the secretive initiation season commonly results in the deaths of dozens of young boys every year and leaves hundreds more terribly injured. As well as learning traditional chants and fighting practices, initiates are often beaten and humiliated on their path to becoming a man. From #The77Percent | DW Africa | Facebook