Abstract

The aim of the study was to find out the factors that influence the breakdown of interracial marriages between black male guides and white female tourists. Descriptive survey was used to collect data. This helped to gain understanding of underlying reasons and motivations of the breakdown of such marriages. A sample of 20 black male guides and 10 white female tourists who had been married interracially and divorced was chosen through convenience sampling method. The findings indicated that breakdown of these marriages was due to cultural clashes, lack of family support and reluctance of husbands to perform house chores. Recommendations of the study include mobilisation of the community to fight discrimination and stereotypes.