Question

Outline the requirements that one has to fulfil to be made an elder in traditional African communities.

Answer 1

• Having the right/specific age.
• Should be knowledgeable on matters of the community/wise. Wisdom
• Should be sane/of sound mind good health.
• One should be of good conduct/ character.
• Should have undergone the rites of initiation/marriage have children.
• One should have the ability to provide for others/wealthy.
• Should be a bonafide member of the community. 
• By undergoing the rituals of becoming an elder.