- Ritual
- Evala／エヴァラ
- Region and community
- トーゴ・カビエ
- Age at the cultural rite
- Variable or not confirmed in the source
- Transition conditions
- Community initiation / New social responsibilities
- Legal age of majority
- Togo18 yearsTogo · Calendar unspecified · The Code provides for emancipation of minors. · Law and supporting sources
About the rite
Among the Kabyè in Togo, young men spend a week wrestling at Evala. Before families, villagers and opponents, they demonstrate strength and self-control as they move toward adult standing within an age group. The Togolese news agency ATOP reported on contests in 2025 and 2026.
After three years of Evala, initiates may take part in Waah, held on a five-year cycle. Necklaces and bracelets mark their entry into a new standing. The July 2025 Waah lasted one week. The later transition to Egoulou brings the responsibilities and respect associated with fully initiated adulthood.
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