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May 25, 2026Open Access

The shifting image of black women's hair in Tshwane (Pretoria), South Africa

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Qualitative analysis explores evolving views on black women's hair in Tshwane, suggesting broader cultural implications.

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  • This article examines the motivations behind the changing perceptions of black South African women's hair in Tshwane.
  • Literature review
  • Interviews with 30 black South African women
  • Conducted from July to September 2015 and in August 2016
  • Historical ridicule and ostracizing of black women's hair persist in contemporary society.
  • Black women's hair seeks recognition and appreciation amidst shifting cultural perceptions.

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Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a13e7680e02ee3982d320f4https://doi.org/10.14749/32381805
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