Abstract
The aim of this study is to look at ‘parental involvement in N.G. Dlamini’s 'Impicabadala’. The study was guided by the theory of childhood development by Urie Bronfenbrenner, the bioecological systems theory. This theory states that development is impacted by the relationships that the child has with their parents, caregivers and their entire surroundings. These relationships are affected by their work, school and community settings which are, in turn, affected by broader social, cultural and government regulations. The environment where the child grows has a great impact on their development, as different relationships interact in that environment. Therefore, parental roles and relationships are discussed and applied to N.G. Dlamini’s drama ‘Impicabadala’. There are aspects that lead to healthy and, positive parent and child relationships, namely, psychology, parenting styles and child guidance. These aspects are discussed in one of the chapters in this study.