The influence of the Basotho culture on the use of corporal punishment in the secondary schools in Lesotho

Abstract EN

This qualitative study sought to determine the influence of Basotho culture in the persistent use of corporal punishment in Lesotho schools.

Lesotho legally abolished the use of corporal punishment in schools.

semi structured interviews were used to collect data from head-teachers and parents while focus group discussions were used with the learners.

data were analyzed using the thematic approach.

results revealed that corporal punishment was considered a norm within the schools and Basotho society.

proverbs were used to justify its use on learners.

the study recommends concerted efforts by key stakeholders in enforcing the laws that proscribe corporal punishment in schools.