African Proverb of the Week

“Talking doesn’t fill the basket in the farm.” (West Africa)

Some interpretations of the meaning:

Success requires planning and hard work.
You must do to accomplish, not talk.
Don’t say you will, show you did.

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African Beef Curry Stew – A Delicious Winter Dish!

Serve up a hearty and nutritious African dish perfect for any winter day or night! This recipe is a Nigerian favorite. Serves 4, with a short prep time of about 15 minutes.

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Christmas & Kwanzaa Wishes

We want to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Jubilant Kwanzaa. May your celebration be filled with many blessings, joy and love.

Please note that we will be closed both Saturday 12/24/11 and Monday 12/26/11. Our Customer Service will reopen Tuesday, 12/27/11, at 9:00am EST. Our website remains “open” for placing orders but shipping will not resume until Tuesday 12/27/11.

Last day for shipping before the break is Friday 12/23/11. Orders must be placed before 2pm EST for regular ground shipping and before 11:30am EST for Priority Mail orders.

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The Season of Miracles: 8 Year Old Francis Returns Home!

A prayer was recently answered at Lake Tanganyika, an orphanage school in Zambia that consists of 60 local orphan children attending three classes, Playgroup, Grade 0 and Grade 1. As of October 2011, Lake Tanganyika is one of the newer orphanages that Africa Imports, through a percentage of every purchase you make, helps to support.

At age eight, Francis was getting big enough to do some manual labor 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, and traditions. It’s a time to think of family, friends, neighbors, and community. Continue reading

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New Arrivals for Last Minute Christmas!

Celebrate in African style with this season’s most-loved new arrivals!

It’s getting down to the wire now, heading into the last full week before Christmas and the beginning of Kwanzaa. Make sure you have all the most-wanted items. Our December 2011 flier has over 100 new arrivals that offer easy ideas for all last minute shopping.

All the newest African favorites in jewelry sets, fashion and accessories, fragrance oils, fabrics, decorations, DVDs/movies, and more! Plus, the latest in natural African healing and beauty items!

To view the complete flier, Click Here now! Or go directly to our Newest Arrivals now!

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African Studies Showcase – TED Talks

Some of the most popular posts here on our Africa Imports blog are the ones that offer information or serve to educate on the various topics regarding Africa; its people, products, traditions, and culture. There is still much misconception about Africa. However, through knowledge these myths can be debunked and greater understanding achieved. Continue reading

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New Herbal Africa Products Alert!

Enjoy better health for your body, heal everyday digestive ailments and boost your immunity to avoid cold and flu season. These are just some of the many benefits that can be had Continue reading

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Quote of the Week from Althea Gibson

“I always wanted to be somebody. If I made it, it’s half because I was game enough to take a lot of punishment along the way and half because there were a lot of people who cared enough to help me.” – Althea Gibson

Althea Gibson (August 25, 1927 – September 28, 2003) was a World No. 1 American sportswoman who became the first African-American woman to be a competitor on the world tennis tour and the first to win a Grand Slam title in 1956. She is sometimes referred to as “the Jackie Robinson of tennis” for breaking the color barrier. Gibson was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority.

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All Natural New Products! Lose Weight, Increase Libido

In stock now! Start to look and feel good about yourself with these new all-natural herbal solutions:


Nigell Lean Metabolic Fat Burner: Effectively and naturally accelerate your body’s natural fat burning processes with this healing supplement. Helps increase metabolism to burn more calories and helps convert stored fat to energy. It also accelerates conversion of food to energy while helping to control carbohydrate cravings. Reduces Bloating and Water Retention. (60 capsules). CLICK HERE for more.


Strong Horse Herbal Aphrodisiac: Supports healthy libido and sexual function. This capsule acts to support healthy blood flow to the genital area and deliver corresponding support for a healthy sex drive. Strong Horse also delivers a sustained and massive energy rush. (30 capsules). CLICK HERE for more.

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