Show respect, love, and care to the husband She is also expected to love and care for him. She must be sympathetic towards his course for as long as it is in the best interest of the family. Humility must be her watchword in all dealings with the husband. She is also expected to be the symbol of unity in the home.

What are the responsibilities of a wife?

As a wife, she is expected to serve her husband, preparing food, clothing and other personal needs. As a mother, she has to take care of the children and their needs, including education. As a worker, she has to be professional, disciplined and a good employee.

What is the role of the husband in Africa?

One of the major functions of a husband in most West African societies is to serve as the sole bread-winner. It is his responsibility to provide food or the money to do so. He is to ensure that there is a roof over the head of the family at all times. He has to make sure that the family is clothed.

What is expected of a wife?

The role of a wife is so crucial that she can either make or break a family. She gives her husband the strength to succeed, she nurtures her children to stay healthy and do well in their life, and she has the ability to take care of every minute detail at home. You may read about the role of a husband here.

What is the responsibility of a husband in a marriage?

The 2018 husband must work closely with his wife to provide emotional and financial support for the children, provide appropriate monitoring and discipline and most importantly, remain a permanent and loving presence in both his wifes and his childrens lives.

What is the largest age group in Africa?

Nigeria had the largest older population in sub-Saharan Africa, with over 6 million people age 60 and over; South Africa had just over 3.4 million (Figure 2-3).