Category Archives: African Culture and Traditions

Happy Kwanzaa

We hope you had a joyous Christmas (if you celebrate the holiday) and spent time with family and friends. Now Kwanzaa has begun and will be a fun week of lights and African traditions until January 1. As an African … Continue reading

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Unforgettable Father’s Day Ideas!

Unique, inspiring gift ideas for him. There’s still time to make this Father’s Day the most unforgettable for you and your customers. Choose from a large selection of African and Afrocentric items, including traditional dashikis, handcrafted African bracelets, bold kente … Continue reading

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New! African Tribal Spirit Masks

Get into the spirit! And transform any room or environment with these beautiful African masks, which have been traditionally used to summon the aid of helpful spirits. Hand-carved in Kenya, these masks represent the spirits of different virtues and blessings. … Continue reading

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Honoring Harriet Tubman: 10 Things To Know

March 10th is Harriet Tubman Day. Here are some fast facts about this amazing African-American woman who helped hundreds of slaves to freedom: 1. Harriet Tubman was born Araminta Ross around 1820 near Bucktown, Maryland. Her exact date and place … Continue reading

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It’s Here! New Black History Month Catalog

A most special time of the year is just around the corner! Our NEW Catalog is at the printer now and will be mailed out to our customers in about one week. You will love this catalog! 128 pages of … Continue reading

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Lighting the Kinara – Kwanzaa Traditions

Kwanzaa, which means “first fruits of the harvest” in the African language Kiswahili, has gained tremendous acceptance since its founding in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga. Kwanzaa is a special time of the year, one that celebrates African culture, heritage, … Continue reading

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Great Gift Idea: 2012 Women of the African Ark Calendar

Everybody loves and needs a calendar! Celebrate the grace and beauty of the African woman in this 12-month calendar that measures 12″ x 13″. Greet each day with a stunning photo of African women in Traditional dress taken in Africa. … Continue reading

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Famous Adinkra Symbols – The Fawohodie Symbol

“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others…….” – Nelson Mandela The famous fawohodie adinkra symbol stands for independence. It can also … Continue reading

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The Life of a Massai Warrior

One of the most prominent and respected ethnic groups in Africa, the Massai warriors are courageous and intriguing. Massai men, in order to become warriors, must go out alone into the bush and kill a male lion with their bare … Continue reading

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African Recipe of the Week: Ethiopian Pancakes

Add some African flavors to Black History Month with these tasty Ethiopian pancakes! WHAT YOU’LL NEED: – 1 teaspoon dry yeast – 2-1/2 cups warm water – 4 cups flour – 1 teaspoon baking powder – Oil 1. Dissolve the … Continue reading

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