Category Archives: African Culture and Traditions

Books for African Children

Many children around the world see themselves in books they read, but African children rarely do. This is a quote from Deborah Ahenkorah who is starting a program to help inspire literature for African children writen by Africans. Africa Imports … Continue reading

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Summer 2013 Wholesale Catalog is coming

Gear up for the Summer! Our NEW Catalog is at the printer now and will be mailed out to our customers in about a couple weeks. You will love this catalog! We have so much more products to sell in … Continue reading

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Significance of the Kufi

In West Africa, a kufi cap is the traditional hat for men, and is part of the national costume of most of the countries in the region. It is worn by Africans of many religions. Many older men wear a kufi every day … Continue reading

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Batik Bone Beads

Many of our bracelets and jewelry are made from batik bone beads. These bone beads are products of Ghanian and Kenyan tribes people. The process to create this beads can go back to 4th century BC Egypt. It was originally … Continue reading

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What Happened On This Day in Black History? Malcolm X Assassinated.

In New York City on February 21, 1965, Malcolm X, an African American nationalist and religious leader, is assassinated by rival Black Muslims while addressing his Organization of Afro-American Unity at the Audubon Ballroom in Washington Heights. Malcolm X, born Malcolm Little, … Continue reading

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Civil Rights Act 1964

In July 2 1964, Congress passed Pub.L. 88–352, 78 Stat. 241, also known as the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This was a major achievement in the civil rights movement. It was first proposed by John F Kennedy and later signed into law by … Continue reading

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2013 African Calendar is Available

Get your 2013 African Calendar for FREE. It comes with over 120 different African holidays. Get in touch with important African holidays and anniversaries. Take a look to see if your birthday matches with a particular holiday. Download the calendar. … Continue reading

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Experience Black History Month With Your Kids!

This Black History Month make it an experience for your whole family by discovering the innovators, heroes, and activists who we should all look up to. For parents and teachers, there are dozens of resources online for teaching your students … Continue reading

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The Art of Banana Leaf Art

Banana leaf paintings aren’t really made from the banana leaves. It is actually made from strips of the bark of a banana tree, but a banana tree is not like most trees we know. Their trunk is actually layered similar … Continue reading

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The Color Purple in African Fashions

When it comes to fashions in Africa, almost everything has a meaning and significance. The fabric used, the design, the color all has a message. This Black History Month you can choose something that not only expresses your love of … Continue reading

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