AFL1501
Assignment 3 Semester 1 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 836973
Due Date: 30 April 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1
Naming conventions refer to culturally defined systems or rules by which names are
given to individuals. In African culture, naming conventions are deeply symbolic and
meaningful, reflecting personal identity, lineage, ancestry, emotions, events at birth, or
aspirations. A name is not merely a label but an embodiment of identity, societal values,
and family history.
In many African societies, names are chosen to express the circumstances surrounding
a child‟s birth, such as Sibhamu (meaning "gun") in Zulu, given to a child born during a
violent event. Names may also reflect joy, hardship, ancestry, or spiritual beliefs. Among
the Northern Sotho, for instance, a child born after a long wait might be named Masilo
(joy after many girls). Names like "Matshediso" (comfort) may be given after the death of
a sibling, acting as both a memorial and a source of healing.
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Naming conventions often link individuals to the community and ancestors. They solidify
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
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Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
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Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
Assignment 3 Semester 1 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 836973
Due Date: 30 April 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1
Naming conventions refer to culturally defined systems or rules by which names are
given to individuals. In African culture, naming conventions are deeply symbolic and
meaningful, reflecting personal identity, lineage, ancestry, emotions, events at birth, or
aspirations. A name is not merely a label but an embodiment of identity, societal values,
and family history.
In many African societies, names are chosen to express the circumstances surrounding
a child‟s birth, such as Sibhamu (meaning "gun") in Zulu, given to a child born during a
violent event. Names may also reflect joy, hardship, ancestry, or spiritual beliefs. Among
the Northern Sotho, for instance, a child born after a long wait might be named Masilo
(joy after many girls). Names like "Matshediso" (comfort) may be given after the death of
a sibling, acting as both a memorial and a source of healing.
Terms of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
Naming conventions often link individuals to the community and ancestors. They solidify
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
