Africa's deep-rooted attitude towards women may be traced back to the patriarchal system that continued in African native culture and colonial experience. Traditionally, women's reproductive and family roles are of great value. Adolescent African girls feel this pressure strongly because she either assists her mother or other female relatives to complete their home tasks or achieves a transition to an adult role such as a wife or mother at this time.
African societies have a long-standing attitude towards women that can be linked to the enduring patriarchal traditions in native culture and colonial heritage. In traditional settings, women's roles in reproduction and family life are highly valued. Adolescent African girls feel a strong sense of obligation because they often help their mothers or female relatives with domestic duties or take on adult responsibilities like marriage or motherhood.