Religion & Tradition
African Black Soap 
Each region in Western Africa has its own recipe and process for making African Black soap. What is African Black Soap, how is it made and what are the benefits of using African Black soap?
African Chew Sticks
Chew sticks are a traditional African toothbrush that are as effective as a modern toothbrush.
African Proverbs
African proverbs are known for imparting bits of wisdom and knowledge.
Anansi and the Chameleon
It is believed that the stories of Anansi originated in West Africa and most probably in Ghana. The stories then spread to the Caribbean with the Atlantic Slave Trade and eventually to the United States. The oral tradition has allowed the stories of Anansi to take on many adaptations.
Breastfeeding as Contraception
Africa has a strong breastfeeding culture. Breastfeeding plays an important role in the growth of the population and a woman who breastfeeds gains respect and shows the community she is not HIV positive.
Calabash Gourd Uses
Calabash have a great many household uses and are also eaten as food.
Chi Wara - Mythical Antelope
Representing the mythical founder of the Bamana tribe in Mali, the Chi Wara teaches agricultural techniques to its members.
Dreadlocks
Many of us associate dreadlocks with Bob Marley, Whoopi Goldberg, Lenny Kravitz, Korn, Lennox Lewis, Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean and many more. In recent years there has been a rise in the popularity of dreadlocks in Africa which brings modern times in line with ancient history.
Egyptian Mummification
The ancient Egyptian belief was that if a body was preserved after death, the person could live in the afterlife forever. The process of mummification thus became a very important aspect of the ancient culture.
Female Circumcision
How young women are empowering themselves to change traditional practices in their cultures.
Gallery Of African Art Review
Located in an unusual place, the Gallery Of African Art is a small must see museum of African icons, masks, and curios.
Griot - A West African Tradition
Not only a storyteller, but a musician and keeper of culture.
Holiday Calendar
Public and traditional holidays in Africa.
How Thunder & Lightning Came to Live in the Sky
The Ovambo people from Northern Namibia and Southern Angola have for centuries told stories to explain how and why nature behaves the way it does. This is the story of Thunder and Lightning.
Legends
Those stories told by the older generation to teach the younger generation about life´s lessons.
Male Circumcision in Kenya
Traditionally, Christmas is the time of year when most tribes are finishing up their initiation rituals for the younger members.
Masai Customs and Traditions
The Masai are a semi nomadic people with a reputation of being a fierce warring tribe. Some of their customs include rhinoceros games, fancy earrings, beading, and scarification.
Story of Creation by the Kuba People
The Creation is an important aspect of the religious beliefs of the Kuba people of central Africa. It explains how they were created and how the world around them came to be. This provides a foundation for their lives today.
Superstitions and Spirits
Here are some superstitions I experienced first-hand in Kenya.
Urbanization in Africa
Although most of the African people currently live rurally, this will change in the next ten years as Africa is on the move and changing, rapidly.
Wedding Tradition of the Nuer People
The traditional Nuer people of South Sudan and Ethiopia celebrate weddings in stages starting with a gift of cattle from the groom to the bride’s clan. The union of marriage is finalized when the bride produces her third child, ensuring male lineage.
What is a Khanga?
Khangas are a traditional piece of fabric worn by many East African women.
What is Shea Butter?
Shea butter is the main ingredient in African Black Soap. What is shea butter and how is it made?
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