South Africa is faced with high levels of Gender Based Violence (GBV) and femicide killings. Conflict among couples has been reported to be one of the highest contributors to gender-based violence. Culture and traditions continue to be an important part of our society, especially in relation to marriage. In most parts of Africa, 'Lobola' (bride-price) is of paramount significance in setting up a joint household between a man and a woman. The concept of a "purchased wife" reinforces patriarchal power structures, while high lobola costs can lead to relationship instability and hinder women from leaving abusive marriages. This study looked at the influence of lobola practice in black African marriages. The intersectionality theory was utilized as a lens to understand the phenomenon under study. Data was collected by means of semi-structured interviews. Eighteen couples who met the criteria were selected randomly as research participants. A focus group of black married men and women were chosen to provide insight into the phenomenon. The Creswell model of data analysis was used to analyse the data. From an Afro-centric perspective, the findings indicated that lobola practice influences gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa by exacerbating existing inequalities, fostering patriarchal power dynamics where women's value is tied to the financial exchange of marriage, and creating economic pressures on men that may lead to frustration and violence when they are unable to meet these obligations. While lobola is a cultural practice meant to strengthen family ties, its modern commercialization and the financial burden it places on men can contribute to a sense of entitlement and control over women within the marriage, thereby increasing the risk of abuse. To decrease and eliminate Gender based violence, it is important to understand how culture is being twisted to abuse and suppress women