Labia stretching, also known as labia elongation or labia pulling, is a practice that has been passed down through generations in certain tribal cultures in Africa. This practice involves the gradual stretching of the labia minora (the inner vaginal lips) to achieve the desired size and shape. While it may be viewed as controversial or even harmful by some, for many women in these cultures, labia stretching is an important rite of passage and a symbol of femininity, beauty, and sexual maturity.