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Uganda is going through a transition when it comes to gender roles; however, it is still a male dominant society.
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In most rural areas women will most likely be housewives. They will be expected to cook, clean, do they laundry and take care of the children, as well as work their land. Once married, the woman is transferred from her original family to the man's and takes on his clan. Marriage can be at a very young (early teens), but seems most common in the late teens. Also there is a transfer of "bride wealth" from the man to the woman's family. Polygamy is generally acceptable as well.
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In most rural areas, women have to wear clothing that covers the legs. Showing too much leg can result in a woman being called the local word for "whore".
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In urban settings it is more likely to find women who work and have a career. Although opportunities are becoming more varied, salaries and room for growth tend to be limited.
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