Rwandese women claim elogating girls genitals will increase pleasure

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is not acceptable in most African countries, however, the Rwandese women seem to have a different belief.

In Rwanda it is identified as “gukana” which involves the chopping of the clitoris,this involves pulling of the labia minora in a bid to elongate it.

The act is carried out by the girl’s aunt or mother and is believed to increase sexual pleasure for both male and female partners.

According to the BBC, the labia minora is pulled till it’s the same size as the middle finger.

Speaking on a condition of anonymity, a resident of Rubavu revealed that aside from the pulling, a concoction of herbs and cow fat are also used to achieve a longer labia minora.

“I have done this work for many years in Rwanda but have just crossed to neighbouring Congo. I charge up to Sh10,000 for the procedure,” she said.