CultureAugust 22, 2026
doek
DUKE
Definition
A headscarf or headwrap worn by women, used here as a symbol of cultural identity, dignity, and traditional Zimbabwean values.
Etymology
The word comes from the Afrikaans 'doek', meaning cloth or rag, which itself likely shares roots with the Dutch word for cloth.
In the news
In this article, the 'Doek Drive' is a national movement where women wear headscarves to celebrate Zimbabwean heritage and reinforce traditional moral values.
Bulawayo embraces First Lady’s Doek Drive in colourful celebration of culture
Read the full article ↗Herald.co.zw