Abstract
The contemporary shape and speed of globalization is contributing to an acceleration in the phenomenon of cross-border migration. Similarly, visibility and incorporation of women in the process of migration has led to the feminisation of migration. This research is about Pakistani migrant women in South Africa, with a focus on the role of culture in their identity construction. Pakistan is the seventh largest country in the world in terms of population. Coupled with this, the country has meagre economic resources to cater for the large population. Consequently, migration to other countries is one of the main opportunities for seeking livelihoods abroad. South Africa is among the top migrant destinations for Pakistani migrants, on account of economic opportunities and a tolerant multi-racial and multi-cultural social fabric. Pakistan is still a male-dominant society. This also reflects in migration process where male family members migrate first and women join them later...
M.A. (Sociology)