VOICED: Knives cut to heart of Yemeni identity

In Yemen, daggers known as Janbiya are a significant cultural symbol, often worn during ceremonies and reflecting social status and tribal affiliation. These daggers, which can be highly valuable, are traditionally made with handles from materials like rhinoceros horn, though legal restrictions now prohibit this. The use of plastic has diminished their prestige, and younger generations are moving away from this tradition, raising concerns about its future in Yemeni society.

In what ways are young people in Yemen changing their relationship with traditional dagger culture?

Discuss the role of daggers as a symbol of identity in Yemeni society.